week 7 grammar rules

Week 7 Grammar Rules: 

Week 7 Grammar Rules

Rule #1: : 

Rule #1: too vs. so Many ESL students use TOO (as an adverb) incorrectly. more explanation...

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In English, we use " too " + an adjective to express a negative or undesired situation . When we use " too ," we are usually complaining about something . We are saying it’s to a degree that we don’t like! Consider the following examples: TOO in English is similar to “ demasiado ” in Spanish.

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Some students don’t like Mrs. Jones because they think she is too strict . Meaning: She is stricter than they’d like. This is a NEGATIVE OPINION.

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It’s too cold to go outside. Let’s stay home and watch movies. Meaning: It’s colder than we’d like. This is a NEGATIVE OPINION. We are complaining .

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DO NOT use too when expressing a positive opinion. Instead, use “so” or “very.’ Example: I love my Science class. I have learned too much! I have learned so/very much! Incorrect! NOW Correct!

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They loved the movie. It was too funny! It was so funny. It was very funny.

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Note: It is possible to use SO or VERY in both positive and negative situations. That car is too expensive. That car is so expensive. However: don’t use TOO in a positive situation. Both okay!

Practice …: 

Practice …

Write these sentences in your notebook; choose too or so to complete each sentence. Then give your paper to your teacher to correct. : 

Write these sentences in your notebook; choose too or so to complete each sentence. Then give your paper to your teacher to correct. 1. Your presentation was great. It was ____ interesting! 2. Math is ____ difficult for me to understand. 3. I can’t afford to buy these shoes. They are ____ expensive. 4. Carolyn is ____ nice; everyone likes her. 5. I told the teacher that I have learned ____ much in her class. 6. I don’t want to go outside. It’s ____ cold. 7. I think John is ____ strict with his kids. He never lets them have any fun. 8. San Diego is ____ beautiful; we’re lucky to live here.

Rule #2: : 

Rule #2: do vs. make *Many ESL students have trouble with these verbs because their language may only have ONE verb. more explanation...

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In English, “ do " is usually used with actions or activities. Do can be especially confusing because it also an auxiliary . For example: “What do you want to do today? The 1 st DO is auxiliary—used in Present Tense Questions The 2 nd DO is a VERB related to an activity

Common Expressions with DO: : 

Common Expressions with DO : Do the dishes Do the laundry Do homework Do chores Do errands Do exercise Do a good job Do someone a favor Do business (with someone)

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In English, “ make " is usually used when there is a product or result . It means to produce, construct, create, or cause some result. examples...

Common Expressions with MAKE: : 

Common Expressions with MAKE : Make dinner (lunch, breakfast) Make a particular food item Make the bed Make a decision Make plans Make a mess Make a decision (not “take!”) Make an appointment Make money (=earn money)

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These general rules for “do” and “make” are not always perfect… …but hopefully they will give you some general guidelines about when to use each verb.

Practice …: 

Practice …

Write these sentences in your notebook; choose do or make to complete each sentence. Be sure to use the right TENSE of the verb!: 

Write these sentences in your notebook; choose do or make to complete each sentence. Be sure to use the right TENSE of the verb! 1. Can you please _____ me a favor? 2. My sister _____ lasagna last night, and it was delicious! 3. It’s okay to _____ a mistake—nobody’s perfect! 4. I was so happy when my husband told me that he _____ the laundry yesterday! 5. You _____ a great job on your oral presentation tomorrow—I’m sure of it! 6. We’re thinking about _____ hotel reservations for five nights in San Francisco. 7. Celia _____ her bed every morning. 8. When are you going to _____ your homework?

Keep practicing this rule! It will help you improve your speaking and writing in English.: 

Keep practicing this rule! It will help you improve your speaking and writing in English. Don’t give up!