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Criticism at work:Negative Questions :Criticism at work:Negative Questions Kristi Reyes
When to use a negative question :When to use a negative question 1. To express surprise That’s so sweet, but didn’t you know that I’m already married?
When to use a negative question :When to use a negative question Surprise Aren’t you having fun? Get me out of here, you crazy bird!!
When to use a negative question :When to use a negative question 2. To show doubt I can’t believe what I am reading!
Can’t you do something about this situation?
When to use a negative question :When to use a negative question Doubt But … Didn’t I tell you about my excellent skills, extensive experience, positive attitude, and qualifications?
When to use a negative question :When to use a negative question 3. When you expect the listener to agree Isn’t this a great vacation? Mmm, hmm!
When to use a negative question :When to use a negative question When you expect the listener to agree Isn’t it an awesome day for surfing, dude? Yeah, but watch out for that shark!
When to use a negative question :When to use a negative question 4. In an exclamation Aren’t computers great!
When to use a negative question :When to use a negative question In an exclamation: Isn’t that cute!
Forming a negative question :Forming a negative question Question word negative helping verb subject verb ?
Why didn’t you help ?
Doesn’t she work ?
Why aren’t you studying ?
Won’t they come ?
Why isn’t he at school ?
Haven’t we met before ?
Why can’t I get a raise ?
Don’t you like pizza ?
Why weren’t they on time ?
Practice: Write the negative question using “Why” :Practice: Write the negative question using “Why” Statement Negative Question
I didn’t study English.
I am not busy.
It isn’t time for a break yet.
She doesn’t have a job.
I can’t speak Spanish.
They won’t help you.
She wasn’t here yesterday.
You weren’t on time today.
(Answers on next slide)
Answers :Answers Why didn’t you English?
Why aren’t you buys?
Why isn’t it time for a break yet?
Why doesn’t she have a job?
Why can’t you speak Spanish?
Why won’t they help you?
Why wasn’t she here yesterday?
Why weren’t you on time today?
Online practice :Online practice Quiz yourself (click the link) or go to
http://www.proprofs.com/quiz-school/quizview.php?title=Practice-Negative-Questions-1