Present Continuous
I _________ coffee right now. (drink)
I am drinking coffee right now.
There isn't ________ milk in the fridge.
a) any
b) some
c) a lot
There isn't any milk in the fridge.
Correct the misplaced modifier:
The patient was referred to the physician a with stomachache.
The patient with a stomachache was referred to the physician.
I _______ drink water when I wake up. (100%)
I always drink water when I wake up.
Describe what your teacher looks like. (2-3 sentences)
Example:
My teacher is tall with blonde hair. She is stylish and beautiful.
You _______ a lot lately. (study)
You are studying a lot lately.
There isn't ________ time left in the game.
a) many
b) some
c) much
There isn't much time left in the game.
Correct the misplaced modifier:
Charlie saw a puppy driving home from work.
Charlie saw a puppy while driving home from work.
Charlie, driving home from work, saw a puppy.
He never eats unhealthy foods.
Describe your family to the class. (3-4 sentences)
I have a large family. I have a little brother and a younger half-sister, as well as an older step-brother. My mom is married to my step-dad, and my dad lives with his girlfriend. I have many other relatives, but I only see them occasionally.
The girl ________ with my little brother. (play)
The girl is playing with my little brother.
Here are _______ tips for being healthy.
a) a lot
b) some
c) a little
Here are some tips for being healthy.
Correct the misplaced modifier:
Asleep on top of the refrigerator, Mari couldn’t find her cat.
Mari couldn't find her cat asleep on top of the refrigerator.
Janet ________ goes to the gym. (75%).
Janet usually goes to the gym.
Describe the personality of your ideal partner. (3-4 sentences)
Example:
My ideal partner is smart, funny, and kind. I also want them to be hardworking and independent. Lastly, they should be talkative since I like to talk a lot.
We ______ this class so much! (enjoy)
We are enjoying this class so much!
How _______ cups of coffee do you drink per day?
a) much
b) many
c) any
How many cups of coffee do you drink per day?
Correct the misplaced modifier:
The teacher served cookies to the children wrapped in aluminum foil.
The teacher served cookies wrapped in aluminum foil to the children.
We _______ eat at that restaurant. (25%)
We sometimes eat at that restaurant.
Example:
To be healthy, you should eat lots of fruits and vegetables. You should only eat junk food occasionally. It is also important to exercise regularly. Finally, you should take care of your mental health.
Gina and Manny ________ the teacher a question.
Gina and Manny are asking the teacher a question.
There are _______ books on the table.
a) a few
b) a little
c) a lot
There are a few books on the table.
Correct the misplaced modifier:
Vincent developed cancer shortly after he had married and died.
Vincent developed cancer and died shortly after he had married.
They rarely go out on a weeknight.
They hardly ever go out on a weeknight.
They seldom go out on a weeknight.
Choose a person in the class and describe their appearance and personality. You can also include their habits using adverbs of frequency. Remember to be polite and positive. (5 sentences).
Example:
Cely is tall and blonde. She usually comes to class on time and is a really nice teacher. She is funny, smart, and hardworking. She always makes us play review games. She is the coolest person I have ever met.