Understanding 'Would Rather' and 'Prefer' Structures

The video tutorial explains the differences and uses of 'would rather' and 'prefer' in English grammar. It covers various structures for both verbs, including present and past preferences, and provides examples for each. The tutorial also highlights the interchangeable use of 'prefer' with gerunds and infinitives, and the necessity of 'to' with 'would prefer'. A worksheet is available for download to reinforce learning.

What is the main focus of the video tutorial?

• Practicing pronunciation of difficult words.

• Understanding the difference between 'would rather' and 'prefer'.

• Learning how to use past tense verbs.

• Exploring advanced English vocabulary.

Which structure is used for 'would rather' with one subject in present preferences?

• Would rather + gerund

• Would rather + noun

• Would rather + past participle

• Would rather + verb

How do you structure a sentence with 'would rather' when there are two subjects?

• Would rather + new subject + past simple

• Would rather + verb + new subject

• Would rather + gerund + new subject

• Would rather + noun + new subject

What is the structure for 'would rather' when expressing past preferences with one subject?

• Would rather + noun

• Would rather + past simple

• Would rather + gerund

• Would rather + perfect infinitive

When using 'would rather' for past preferences with two subjects, which tense is used?

• Past continuous

• Future simple

• Present simple

• Past perfect

Which of the following is NOT a correct structure for 'prefer'?

• Prefer + noun

• Prefer + gerund

• Prefer + infinitive

• Prefer + past participle

When is 'prefer' with a gerund typically used?

• When expressing enjoyment of an activity

• When discussing future plans

• When making a formal request

• When talking about past regrets

What is necessary when using 'would prefer' in a sentence?

• Using a past participle

• Using a gerund

• Including 'to' before the verb

• Including 'for' before the verb

How do you structure 'would prefer' when there are two subjects?

• Would prefer + noun + new subject

• Would prefer + gerund + new subject

• Would prefer + verb + new subject

• Would prefer + new subject + to verb

What is the structure for expressing past preferences with 'would prefer'?

• Would prefer + gerund

• Would prefer + past simple

• Would prefer + noun

• Would have preferred + to verb