染雾「中考英语」语法基础-5 篇一
第一篇内容
Subject-Verb Agreement in English Grammar
Subject-verb agreement is an important aspect of English grammar. It refers to ensuring that the subject and verb in a sentence agree in number. In other words, if the subject is singular, the verb should also be singular, and if the subject is plural, the verb should also be plural. This rule may seem simple, but it can be tricky for non-native English speakers.
To understand subject-verb agreement, it is important to know the basic rules. First, when the subject is a singular noun or pronoun, the verb should also be singular. For example, "The cat sleeps on the sofa." In this sentence, the subject "cat" is singular, so the verb "sleeps" is also singular.
Second, when the subject is a plural noun or pronoun, the verb should also be plural. For example, "The cats sleep on the sofa." In this sentence, the subject "cats" is plural, so the verb "sleep" is also plural.
Third, when the subject is a singular noun or pronoun connected by "or" or "nor," the verb should agree with the closer part of the subject. For example, "John or his friends are coming to the party." In this sentence, the verb "are" agrees with the plural noun "friends" because it is closer to the verb than the singular noun "John."
Fourth, when the subject is a singular noun or pronoun connected by "either...or" or "neither...nor," the verb should agree with the noun or pronoun closest to it. For example, "Either the students or the teacher is responsible for the mistake." In this sentence, the verb "is" agrees with the singular noun "teacher" because it is closer to the verb than the plural noun "students."
Fifth, when the subject is a collective noun, such as "team," "family," or "group," the verb can be singular or plural depending on the context. For example, "The team is practicing for the match." In this sentence, the verb "is" is singular because the team is seen as a single unit. However, "The team are arguing about the strategy." In this sentence, the verb "are" is plural because the team is seen as individual members.
Subject-verb agreement is an essential skill to master in English grammar. By understanding and applying the basic rules, non-native English speakers can improve their accuracy in constructing sentences that have a clear and correct subject-verb agreement.
「中考英语」语法基础-5 篇二
第二篇内容
Using Comparative and Superlative Forms in English Grammar
Comparative and superlative forms are used to compare two or more things in English grammar. They are commonly used to express differences in size, quantity, or quality between people, objects, or ideas. Understanding how to form and use comparative and superlative forms is important for effective communication in English.
To form the comparative form of adjectives and adverbs, we usually add "-er" to the end of the word for short adjectives and adverbs, or use "more" before the word for long adjectives and adverbs. For example, "big" becomes "bigger" and "quickly" becomes "more quickly." We use the comparative form when comparing two things.
To form the superlative form of adjectives and adverbs, we usually add "-est" to the end of the word for short adjectives and adverbs, or use "most" before the word for long adjectives and adverbs. For example, "big" becomes "biggest" and "quickly" becomes "most quickly." We use the superlative form when comparing three or more things.
There are also some irregular forms for comparatives and superlatives. For example, "good" becomes "better" in the comparative form and "best" in the superlative form.
Comparative and superlative forms are used in various situations. They can be used to compare physical attributes, such as size or height, as in "She is taller than her sister." They can also be used to compare abilities or skills, as in "He runs faster than anyone else." Additionally, they can be used to compare qualities or characteristics, as in "This book is more interesting than the previous one."
It is important to use comparative and superlative forms correctly to convey the intended meaning. Using them incorrectly can lead to confusion or misunderstandings. Practice and familiarity with these forms will help non-native English speakers to use them accurately and effectively.
In conclusion, understanding subject-verb agreement and knowing how to form and use comparative and superlative forms are important aspects of English grammar. By mastering these concepts, non-native English speakers can improve their overall language skills and become more confident in their English communication.
「中考英语」语法基础-5 篇三
「中考英语」语法基础-5
非谓语动词指的是在句中起名词，形容词或副词作用的动词形式，而不是作谓语的`动词形式。 动词的非谓语形式分为动名词，分词，动词不定式。
Climbing mountain is a good exercise. (Climbing..., 动名词起名词作用）
爬山是一项好运动。
Do you know the man wearing a white shirt. （wearing ... 分词起形容词作用）
你认识那个穿白衬衣的人吗？
He gets up early to catch the first bus. (to catch .... 不定式起副词作用）
他早早起床是为了赶上第一班汽车。
谓语动词和非谓语动词的区别：
2) 谓语动词在句中可单独作谓语，而非谓语动词不能单独作谓语。
Miss Mary teaches us English.
玛丽教我们英语。（teaches 动词作谓语）
Mr.Victor came to our classroom to have a talk with us last week.
维克托先生上周来到了我们教室和我们谈话。
（to have a talk.... 不定式作状语）
3) 谓语动词受主语的人称和数的限制，而非谓语动词形式没有这种限制。
Larke likes the pop music.
拉克喜欢流行音乐。
（动词用单数第三人称形式）
Larke has nothing to do today.
拉克今天没什么事要做。（do 用原形）
非谓语动词的特征：
2 如果非谓语动词是及物动词，后面须跟宾语。
Studying English is my favorite.
学习英语是我的爱好。（studying 后跟宾语）
To help him is my duty.
帮助他是我的责任。（help 后跟宾语）
3 非谓语动词可以带有自己的状语或逻辑主语。
Working under such a condition is terrible.
在这样的环境下工作太可怕了。
(under such a condition 是 working 的状语）
