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Simple Present and Present Continuous
Countable and Uncountable Nouns
Quantifiers (some, a little, a lot of, few…)
Adverbs of Manner
Can and Can't
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When do we use the simple present tense?

We use the simple present tense in a few key situations:

  1. Habits and routines: This describes actions that you do regularly and repeatedly.

  2. General truths or facts: These are statements that are always true or true most of the time.

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Is "water" countable or uncountable?

Uncountable 

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Use "some" in a sentence.

Do you want some water? 
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Give an example of an adverb of manner.

quickly, clearly, slowly, happily

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What is the negative form of "can"?

Can't or cannot 

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Change "I play" to present continuous.

I am playing 

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How do we use "how many" with nouns?

We use How many with countable nouns

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What does "a few" mean?

"A few" refers to a small number of something


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What does an adverb of manner describe?

Adverbs of manner describe the way in which the action is performed 

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What do you use CAN for? 

We use CAN to talk about the ability of doing something. 

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Form a question with "she study". (simple present)

Does she study? 

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Give an example of a countable noun.

flowers, chips, cans, fruits, people

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Complete the sentence: "There are _ oranges in the basket." with a quantifier. 

There are (some/a lot of/ a few) oranges (countable) in the basket.

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Form a sentence using the adverb "quickly".

My brother drives his car quickly 
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What is the structure for asking questions with CAN? Give an example 

Can you open the door, please? 

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Add "not" to "He watches TV."

He doesn't watch TV

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Explain the difference between "how much" and "how many".

  • How Much: We use "how much" with uncountable nouns. These are nouns that refer to things that cannot be easily separated into individual units. They are often substances, materials, feelings, or concepts.

    • Examples:
      • How much water do you want to drink?
      • There is not much sugar left in the bowl.
      • How much courage does it take to try something new?

  • How Many: We use "how many" with countable nouns. These are nouns that refer to things that can be counted individually.

    • Examples:
      • How many apples are there on the table?
      • I bought a few books yesterday.
      • There are not many people here today.
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Explain the difference between "a little" and "a lot of".

Both "a little" and "a lot of" are used to quantify something, but they differ in the amount they express:

A little:

  • Indicates a small amount:  "A little" suggests a very small quantity, often used with uncountable nouns (substances, feelings, concepts).
  • Examples:
    • I need a little water to drink.
    • There is a little sugar left in the bag.
    • I can use a little help with this project. (Positive - implies some assistance would be beneficial)

A lot of:

  • Indicates a large amount:  "A lot of"  suggests a significant quantity, often used with both countable and uncountable nouns.
  • Examples:
    • We have a lot of work to do today. (Countable - tasks)
    • There is a lot of milk in the fridge. (Uncountable - substance)
    • I learned a lot from your class. (Uncountable - knowledge)
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What is the adverb of manner for the verb "careful"?

Carefully 

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Ask a question to one of your partners using CAN and mentioning one part of the body. 

Can you touch your feet without bending your knees? 

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What is the difference between simple present and present continuous?

  • Simple Present: Used for habits, routines, general truths, and abilities that happen in general, not necessarily at this specific moment.

  • Present Continuous: Used for actions that are happening now (at the moment of speaking) or around now (including temporary situations).

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What is an example of an uncountable noun?

Water, soda, bread, fish, rice, salt 

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How do we use "any" in a sentence?

Negative and Questions: We use "any" in negative statements and most questions. It suggests zero quantity or amount, or you are unsure if there is any.

  • Examples (Negative):
    • I don't have any money left. (Countable)
    • There isn't any milk in the fridge. (Uncountable)
  • Examples (Questions):
    • Do you have any questions?
    • Are there any apples left?
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Rephrase the sentence "I want to speak English with fluency" with an adverb of manner

I want to speak English fluently 

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Bet your partner, "I bet you can't _________" 

I bet you can't go two minutes without checking your phone.