Study Notes
Verbs are words used to describe actions. They can be classified into regular and irregular verbs.
- Regular Verbs — follow a fixed pattern by adding -d, -ed, or -ied to the base form.
Example: Play becomes played. - Irregular Verbs — do not follow a fixed pattern and have various forms for past tense and past participle.
Example: Go becomes went and gone.
Exam Tips
Key Definitions to Remember
- Verbs are action words.
- Regular verbs follow a fixed pattern by adding -d, -ed, or -ied.
- Irregular verbs do not follow a fixed pattern.
Common Confusions
- Confusing regular verbs with irregular verbs.
- Forgetting that some irregular verbs have the same form for past tense and past participle.
Typical Exam Questions
- What is a regular verb?
A verb that follows a fixed pattern by adding -d, -ed, or -ied. - What is an irregular verb?
A verb that does not follow a fixed pattern. - Give an example of a verb where all forms are the same.
Cut - Cut - Cut
What Examiners Usually Test
- Ability to identify regular and irregular verbs.
- Correct usage of past tense and past participle forms.