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(This is a new section!) Ask a question and we will try to provide an answer. Send your question to paul@learnamericanenglishonline.com 5 – 11 – 2015 A question from Srinivas: How do you use the words "as" and "like" in English? Teacher Paul: If you are asking about the use of the words "as" and "like" when in comes to making comparisons, there are a few small differences between them. Look at the examples below: as – The word "as" goes on either side of an adjective:
like – The word "like" is used with a noun:
5 – 4 – 2015 A question from Asmah: Which one of these sentences is correct: "Two glasses of water is needed," or "Two glasses of water are needed." Teacher Paul: The second sentence is correct. The subject in the sentence is plural (glasses); therefore, a plural verb is required (are). 4 – 27 – 2015 A question from Nguyen: Can you explain to me how to use "right"? Teacher Paul: The word "right" has many different meanings. 1. right = correct. Your answer is right. 2. right = a sense of what is just or fair. It’s just not right to steal from other people. 3. right = a legal provision that protects people. It’s my right to protest if I think the government is wrong. 4. right = the opposite of left. I use my right hand for writing. I’m sure there are a few I’m missing. I’ll add more if I think of them.
4 – 26 – 2015 A question from Nada: How do I answer the questions and quizzes on the website? Teacher Paul: You must write the answers by hand in your notebook. It’s a good idea to write out some of the questions too. When studying English, it’s necessary for you to write! |