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61) Pronouns
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English
Description
Your study of English begins with a look at the biggest, baddest verb of them all: "to be". Without this handy verb, you'd never be able to say "This is an English program." Of course, we'll also explain pronouns—those little words like "we", "she", and "I" that take the place of nouns and keep your sentences nice and neat. Finally, we'll teach you all about "pointer" words so you can talk about that thing over there!
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Language
English
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Get control over those difficult areas of English grammar
Practice Makes Perfect: Advanced English Grammar for ESL Learners is focused on those grammar topics that might pose special problems for you, especially if English is not your first language. Because it targets advanced topics, you will quickly zero in on what holds you back from fluency. And like with all of the bestselling Practice Makes Perfect books, you can practice
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English
Description
In this program, we're going to explain the easiest verb form: the present tense. This handy tense is the basis for simple conversations, from "I work in an office" to "I like hot dogs." But what if you want to tell someone that you like your hot dog? Or that you are in your office? Fortunately, we'll also cover possessives.
65) Prepositions
Language
English
Description
On. Under. Out. Behind. These little words are called prepositions, and they are used to describe the relationship—time, location, quantity, purpose, and condition—between a noun and some other word. Sound complicated? Don't worry, we'll teach you how to make these words work for you. We'll also teach you a simple way to express your opinions: the present tense plus an infinitive.
Language
English
Description
So you’re comfortable using a single verb. But can you use more than one verb at a time? Stretch your conversations and stretch your sentences by learning to use the present simple tense with an infinitive, and before you know it, you will “love to learn” about this handy grammar topic.