Progressive Verbs
What is the present progressive form of the verb "to run"?
What is the term for the place where you can borrow books?
a library
What is the first step in booking an appointment?
Call the office/location, check your calendar, etc.
What is the past tense of "to be"?
was or were
What does "time's up" mean?
It means there is no more time for the activity.
The students are studying in the library.
Name three types of transportation you might find in a city.
Bus, bike, car, Uber, train, subway, etc.
What would you say if the date or time the nurse offers doesn't work for you?
Do you have another day/time available?
How do you form the future tense of "to be"?
will be
What does "Can you repeat that?" mean?
It means someone didn't understand you and would like you to say something again.
What are the three forms of the verb "to be" in the present progressive verb tense?
am, is and are
What is the word for a public area where people can gather and relax (hint: it usually has lots of trees and maybe a playground)
a park
What is the difference between confirming and rescheduling an appointment?
Confirming means that you accept the day/time and understand when to visit. Rescheduling means that the time needs to be changed.
Fill in the blank using the present tense form of "to be":
My dog ___ fluffy and soft.
is
My dog is fluffy and soft.
What does "It's a piece of cake" mean? (Hint: this is an idiom)
It means something is very easy.
Correct the sentence: My husband and I is working in the yard to create a new garden.
My husband and I are working in the yard to create a new garden.
Describe what you would find at a pharmacy.
Medications, first aid, etc.
What information might you need to provide when booking a medical appointment?
Name, date of birth, symptoms, reason for your visit, etc.
Fill in the blank using the appropriate tense of the verb "to be"
Last week, my son ____ sick. He _____ returning to school when he feels better.
was, will be
How would you respond to the statement, "Please contact me?"
I would respond with an email, phone call, or text.
Explain the difference between the job of the present progressive verb tense and the past progressive verb tense.
The present progressive verb tense shows actions that are happening right now and are ongoing. The past progressive verb tense shows actions that have already happened and were ongoing.
What is an intersection?
The place where two roads cross one another. .
Act out what you would do if you wanted to book a hair cut over the phone?
*Accept appropriate responses
What is the job of "to be"?
It helps to identify time when an action takes place (was/were = past, am/is/are = present, will be = future tense)
What does, "Can I have a volunteer?" mean
It means the person asking would like someone in the room to help them.