Usage of 'Before' and 'Ago'

In this lesson, Rebecca explains the difference between 'ago' and 'before', two words often confused by students. She provides examples to illustrate the correct usage of each word. 'Ago' is used to describe how long it has been since something happened, while 'before' is used to compare two events. Common mistakes are highlighted, and learners are encouraged to practice using these words correctly. The lesson concludes with an invitation to ask questions and seek further help if needed.

What is the main focus of Rebecca's lesson?

• The difference between 'then' and 'than'.

• The difference between 'since' and 'for'.

• The difference between 'ago' and 'before'.

• The difference between 'in' and 'on'.

Which sentence correctly uses 'ago'?

• John moved to Canada twenty years ago.

• John moved to Canada twenty years since.

• John moved to Canada twenty years past.

• John moved to Canada twenty years before.

What is the correct way to use 'ago'?

• To describe a location.

• To compare two events.

• To describe a future event.

• To describe how long it has been since something happened.

What is the correct usage of 'ago'?

• To describe a location.

• To describe how long it has been since something happened.

• To describe a future event.

• To compare two events.

What is a common mistake students make with 'ago'?

• Using 'ago' at the beginning of a sentence.

• Using 'before' instead of 'ago'.

• Using 'ago' without a time reference.

• Using 'ago' to refer to future events.

Which sentence correctly uses 'before'?

• John graduated five months since.

• John graduated five months before I did.

• John graduated five months before.

• John graduated five months ago.

What should you add to 'before' to make it correct?

• A comparison or reference point.

• A future event.

• A specific time reference.

• A location.

Which of the following is incorrect?

• I left the house ten minutes before.

• I left the house ten minutes before my son did.

• I left the house ten minutes since.

• I left the house ten minutes ago.

Which of the following sentences is correct?

• I left the house ten minutes ago.

• I left the house ten minutes before.

• I left the house ten minutes past.

• I left the house ten minutes since.

What is a common mistake with 'before'?

• Using it at the end of a sentence.

• Using it to describe future events.

• Using it with a time reference.

• Using it without a comparison.