• 1.1: Verb Basics – Tense, Aspect, and Mood

    We start Unit 1 with a review of three features of verbs. Sometimes, choosing the correct tense in English can seem difficult, so this review will provide a basic understanding of how verbs are different from other parts of speech. This will help you feel more comfortable understanding and using English as verbs are very important to the meaning of a sentence in English. Because verbs are the main elements of English sentences, we focus on verbs for two main reasons: i) by knowing verb features, you will have an easier time using them correctly in your writing; and ii) by understanding how verbs are used, you will also have an easier time reading sentences correctly.

    • 1.1.1: Verb Basics – Let's Study

      These materials include more information about verbs and how to use them. After you read the explanations and watch the videos to learn about verbs, you will have a chance to test your understanding by completing practice activities.

    • Verb Basics – Let's Study Page
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      Let's start by first reviewing the three features of verbs to know their definition and examples. Next, we will learn about two specific tenses in more detail to understand how to form and use them correctly to build sentences.

    • 1.1.2: Verb Basics – Let's Practice

      Now that we know what the three main features of verbs are and we reviewed how each one is used, let's put our knowledge into practice.

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      The activities below allow you to find out how well you understand verb features. If you have a difficult time identifying a verb's tense, aspect, or mood, you may return to review the information above and then try these practice activities again.

    • 1.1.3: Verb Basics – Let's Apply

      Now that you know verb features, let's see if we can easily identify them in a text.

    • Verb Tense, Aspect, Mood Discussion Forum
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      For this discussion, look at Unit 1 in the ESL001 course and choose one or two sentences from any lesson. Then, identify the tense, aspect, and mood of the main verb(s) used in that sentence.

      Share your answer and see what kind of samples your classmates chose. If you wish, reply to your classmates with feedback or suggestions about their submissions.