Verb Conjugation and Agreement

The video tutorial explains the usage of verb forms in English, focusing on the differences between 'run' and 'runs' and other similar verbs. It provides examples of verbs in affirmative sentences, explains third-person singular forms, and details verb endings and changes. The tutorial also covers pronunciation rules for sibilant sounds, discusses irregular verbs and exceptions, and demonstrates how to form negative and interrogative sentences. The lesson concludes with a recap and summary of the key points.

Why do we say 'Mary and John run' but 'my dog runs'?

• Because 'Mary and John' is plural and 'my dog' is singular.

• Because 'Mary and John' is singular and 'my dog' is plural.

• Because 'run' is used for animals and 'runs' for humans.

• Because 'run' is used in the morning and 'runs' in the evening.

What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'He ___ very fast'?

• run

• runs

• running

• runned

Which of the following is a correct example of verb conjugation in affirmative sentences?

• I learns English.

• They studies at university.

• Fred studies at university.

• Raquel finish her classes at 6 p.m.

What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'They ___ in high school'?

• studied

• study

• studies

• studying

What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'She ___ a shower in the mornings'?

• have

• has

• having

• haved

What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'She ___ her classes at 6 p.m.'?

• finished

• finishes

• finish

• finishing

What does 'third-person singular' refer to?

• A group of people or things.

• One other person or thing that is not 'me' or 'you'.

• The speaker and the listener.

• A pair of people or things.

How do we conjugate most verbs in the third-person singular?

• Add 'ly' to the verb.

• Add 's' to the verb.

• Add 'ing' to the verb.

• Add 'ed' to the verb.

What happens to verbs ending in 'y' preceded by a consonant?

• Add 's' to the verb.

• Change 'y' to 'ies'.

• Change 'y' to 'ys'.

• Add 'ed' to the verb.

Which of the following is a correct example of a verb with a vowel and 'y'?

• Cry - Cries

• Fly - Flies

• Study - Studies

• Play - Plays