To be: use the correct present tense form

key notes :

1. Understanding the Verb “To Be”:

  • The verb “to be” shows existence or identity.
  • It has different forms in the present tense: am, is, and are.

2. Forms of “To Be”:

  • I am: Used with the subject “I.”
    • Example: “I am happy.”
  • He is: Used with singular male subjects (he, a boy).
    • Example: “He is my friend.”
  • She is: Used with singular female subjects (she, a girl).
    • Example: “She is a teacher.”
  • It is: Used with singular non-human subjects (it, an object or animal).
    • Example: “It is a sunny day.”
  • We are: Used with plural subjects (we).
    • Example: “We are going to the park.”
  • They are: Used with plural subjects (they).
    • Example: “They are my classmates.”

3. When to Use Each Form:

  • Use am only with “I.”
  • Use is with singular subjects: he, she, it.
  • Use are with plural subjects: we, they.

4. Examples in Sentences:

  • “I am excited about the trip.”
  • “He is playing soccer.”
  • “She is reading a book.”
  • “It is a beautiful flower.”
  • “We are having fun.”
  • “They are my friends.”

5. Practice:

  • Fill in the blanks with the correct form of “to be”:
    • “I _ (am/is/are) a student.”
    • “She _ (am/is/are) my sister.”
    • “They _ (am/is/are) at the zoo.”

Let’s practice!🖊️