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Problem (1) know when to use the past with the present
Often, when a sentence has both a past tense and a
present tense, the sentence is incorrect.
He took the money when he wants it
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Problem (1) know when to use the past with the present
However, it is still possible for a logical sentence in english
to have both the past and the present tense.
I know that he took the money yesterday
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Problem (1) know when to use the past with the present
I tell him the truth when he asked me the question
Sentence #1
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Problem (1) know when to use the past with the present
I tell him the truth when he asked me the question
Sentence #1
incorrect
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Problem (1) know when to use the past with the present
I understand that you were angry
Sentence #2
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Problem (1) know when to use the past with the present
I understand that you were angry
Sentence #2
correct
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Problem (1) know when to use the past with the present
When he was a child, he always goes to the circus
Sentence #3
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Problem (1) know when to use the past with the present
When he was a child, he always goes to the circus
Sentence #3
incorrect
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Problem (1) know when to use the past with the present
Last semesters he reads seven books and wrote five papers
Sentence #4
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Problem (1) know when to use the past with the present
Last semesters he reads seven books and wrote five papers
Sentence #4
incorrect
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Problem (1) know when to use the past with the present
Tom keeps studying hard because he intended to go to
dental school
Sentence #5
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Problem (1) know when to use the past with the present
Tom keeps studying hard because he intended to go to
dental school
Sentence #5
correct
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Problem (2) use the correct tense with time expressions
Often in written expression questions on the TOEFL test,
there is a time expression that clearly indicates what verb
tense is needed in the sentence.
we moved to New York in 1980
we had left there by 1990
we have lived in San Fransisco since 1999
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Problem (2) use the correct tense with time expressions
The following chart lists time expressions that indicate the
correct verb tense.
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Problem (2) use the correct tense with time expressions
The phone rang incessantly last night
Sentence #1
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Problem (2) use the correct tense with time expressions
The phone rang incessantly last night
Sentence #1
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Problem (2) use the correct tense with time expressions
They have finished contacting everyone by 4:00 yesterday
Sentence #2
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Problem (2) use the correct tense with time expressions
They have finished contacting everyone by 4:00 yesterday
Sentence #2
incorrect
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Problem (2) use the correct tense with time expressions
The pilgrims have arrived in the New World in 1620
Sentence #3
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Problem (2) use the correct tense with time expressions
The pilgrims have arrived in the New World in 1620
Sentence #3
incorrect
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Problem (2) use the correct tense with time expressions
Since the last new law passed, it has been difficult to
estimate taxes
Sentence #4
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Problem (2) use the correct tense with time expressions
Since the last new law passed, it has been difficult to
estimate taxes
Sentence #4
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Problem (2) use the correct tense with time expressions
The students are writing many compositions lately
Sentence #5
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Problem (2) use the correct tense with time expressions
The students are writing many compositions lately
Sentence #5
incorrect
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Problem with passive verbs
Money is lending by the credit union to those who want to
buy houses
Sentence #1
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Problem with passive verbs
Money is lending by the credit union to those who want to
buy houses
Sentence #1
incorrect
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Problem with passive verbs
The boy was stung by a bee
Sentence #2
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Problem with passive verbs
The boy was stung by a bee
Sentence #2
correct
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Problem with passive verbs
The song has been playing over and over again by Steve
Sentence #3
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The song has been playing over and over again by Steve
Sentence #3
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Problem with passive verbs
The office were thoroughly clean last evening by the man
Sentence #4
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The office were thoroughly clean last evening by the man
Sentence #4
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Problem with passive verbs
The new human rights law is being discussed today
Sentence #5
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Problem with passive verbs
The new human rights law is being discussed today
Sentence #5
correct
38. 38
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Problem (1) use the correct singular or plural noun
A problem that is common in written expression questions
on the TOEFL test is a singular noun used where a plural
noun is needed, or a plural noun used where a singular
noun is needed
On the table there were many dish
The lab assistant finished every tests
Problems with nouns
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You should watch very carefully for keywords, such as each, every,
a, one and single, that indicate a noun should be singular.
You should also watch carefully for such keywords as many,
several, both, various and any other number except one that
indicate that a noun should be plural.
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Problem (1) use the correct singular or plural noun
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Problem (1) use the correct singular or plural noun
The automotive shop stocked many part for the various
types of Hondas
Sentence #1
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Problem (1) use the correct singular or plural noun
The automotive shop stocked many part for the various
types of Hondas
Sentence #1
incorrect
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Problem (1) use the correct singular or plural noun
Every receipt must be removed from the cashier’s drawer
and tallied
Sentence #2
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Problem (1) use the correct singular or plural noun
Every receipt must be removed from the cashier’s drawer
and tallied
Sentence #2
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Problem (1) use the correct singular or plural noun
The unhappy man became more and more discouraged
with each passing days
Sentence #3
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Problem (1) use the correct singular or plural noun
The unhappy man became more and more discouraged
with each passing days
Sentence #3
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Problem (1) use the correct singular or plural noun
An extended cruise would be a nice way to spend
avacation one days
Sentence #4
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Problem (1) use the correct singular or plural noun
An extended cruise would be a nice way to spend
avacation one days
Sentence #4
incorrect
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Problem (1) use the correct singular or plural noun
The manager was surprised that not a single worker was
available on Tuesday
Sentence #5
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Problem (1) use the correct singular or plural noun
The manager was surprised that not a single worker was
available on Tuesday
Sentence #5
correct
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Problem (2) distinguish countable and uncountable nouns
It is necessary to distinguish countable noun and uncountable noun
in order to use the correct modifiers with them. Concrete noun is
countable (book, arm, pencil) while abstract and liquid noun is
mostly uncountable (hope, security, happiness, water, milk, etc).
Problems with nouns
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Problem (2) distinguish countable and uncountable nouns
He received little notice that the bill would have to be paid
in full
Sentence #1
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Problem (2) distinguish countable and uncountable nouns
He received little notice that the bill would have to be paid
in full
Sentence #1
correct
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Problem (2) distinguish countable and uncountable nouns
The police had few oportunities to catch the thief who had
committed a large amount of crimes
Sentence #2
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Problem (2) distinguish countable and uncountable nouns
The police had few oportunities to catch the thief who had
committed a large amount of crimes
Sentence #2
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Problem (2) distinguish countable and uncountable nouns
You will have fewer problems with your income taxes if
you get professional help
Sentence #3
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Problem (2) distinguish countable and uncountable nouns
You will have fewer problems with your income taxes if
you get professional help
Sentence #3
correct
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Problem (2) distinguish countable and uncountable nouns
After the strike, the company dismissed many employees
Sentence #4
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Problem (2) distinguish countable and uncountable nouns
After the strike, the company dismissed many employees
Sentence #4
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Problem (2) distinguish countable and uncountable nouns
A few soldiers who had been in heavy combat were
brought back for a little rest
Sentence #5
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Problem (2) distinguish countable and uncountable nouns
A few soldiers who had been in heavy combat were
brought back for a little rest
Sentence #5
correct
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Problem (3) recognize irregular plurals of noun
The irregular forms
that are the most
problematic are
plural forms that
don’t end in -s
Problems with nouns
62. 62
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Problem (3) recognize irregular plurals of noun
Parentheses is needed around that expression
Sentence #1
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Problem (3) recognize irregular plurals of noun
Parentheses is needed around that expression
Sentence #1
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Problem (3) recognize irregular plurals of noun
The syllabi for the courses is included in the packet of
materials
Sentence #2
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Problem (3) recognize irregular plurals of noun
The syllabi for the courses is included in the packet of
materials
Sentence #2
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Problem (3) recognize irregular plurals of noun
The men are not going to a fishing trip this weekend
Sentence #3
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Problem (3) recognize irregular plurals of noun
The men are not going to a fishing trip this weekend
Sentence #3
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69. 69
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Problem (1) distinguish subject and object pronouns
you should be able to recognize these two types of pronouns
Problems with pronouns
70. 70
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Problem (1) distinguish subject and object pronouns
They saw Steve and I at the movies last night after class
Sentence #1
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Problem (1) distinguish subject and object pronouns
They saw Steve and I at the movies last night after class
Sentence #1
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Problem (1) distinguish subject and object pronouns
Perhaps you would like to go to the seminar with they and
their friends
Sentence #2
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Problem (1) distinguish subject and object pronouns
Perhaps you would like to go to the seminar with they and
their friends
Sentence #2
incorrect
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Problem (2) distinguish possesive adjective and pronouns
Possessive adjective and possessive pronoun both show who or what
“owns” a noun. A possessive adjective describes a noun. A possessive
pronoun takes place of a noun.
Problems with pronouns
75. 75
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Problem (2) distinguish possesive adjective and pronouns
If she borrows your coat, then you should be able
to borrow her
Sentence #1
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Problem (2) distinguish possesive adjective and pronouns
If she borrows your coat, then you should be able
to borrow her
Sentence #1
incorrect
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Problem (2) distinguish possesive adjective and pronouns
Mary and Mark invited theirs parents to have a dinner
Sentence #2
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Problem (2) distinguish possesive adjective and pronouns
Mary and Mark invited theirs parents to have a dinner
Sentence #2
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Problem (2) distinguish possesive adjective and pronouns
Each pot and pan in her kitchen has its own place on the
shelf
Sentence #3
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Problem (2) distinguish possesive adjective and pronouns
Each pot and pan in her kitchen has its own place on the
shelf
Sentence #3
correct
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Problem (1) use basic adjectives and adverbs correctly
The following chart outlines the information that you should remember
about the basic use of adjectives and adverbs
Problems with adjectives and adverbs
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Problem (1) use basic adjectives and adverbs correctly
The mother was pleasant surprised when her daughter
came to visit
Sentence #1
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Problem (1) use basic adjectives and adverbs correctly
The mother was pleasant surprised when her daughter
came to visit
Sentence #1
incorrect
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Problem (1) use basic adjectives and adverbs correctly
He was driving an expensively sports car
Sentence #2
86. 86
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He was driving an expensively sports car
Sentence #2
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Problem (1) use basic adjectives and adverbs correctly
There is a special program on television tonight
Sentence #3
88. 88
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Problem (1) use basic adjectives and adverbs correctly
There is a special program on television tonight
Sentence #3
correct
89. 89
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Problem (2) position adjectives and adverbs correctly
Adjectives and adverbs can appear in incorrect positions in written
expression questions on TOEFL test. There are two common errors of this
type that you should beware of: (1) the position of adjectives and (2)
adverbs.
Problems with adjectives and adverbs
90. 90
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Problem (2) position adjectives and adverbs correctly
The store opened with a sale fantastic
Sentence #1
91. 91
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Problem (2) position adjectives and adverbs correctly
The store opened with a sale fantastic
Sentence #1
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Problem (2) position adjectives and adverbs correctly
The lawyer has selected carefully a new case
Sentence #2
93. 93
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Problem (2) position adjectives and adverbs correctly
The lawyer has selected carefully a new case
Sentence #2
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Problem (2) position adjectives and adverbs correctly
The political candidates immediately expressed their
oppossing views
Sentence #3
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Problem (2) position adjectives and adverbs correctly
The political candidates immediately expressed their
oppossing views
Sentence #3
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96. 96
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Problems with articles
There are
two uses of
articles
Important
take
97. 97
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Problems with articles
She is taking trip with friends
Sentence #1
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She is taking trip with friends
Sentence #1
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99. 99
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The child and his friends are having milk and cookies
Sentence #2
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100. 100
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The child and his friends are having milk and cookies
Sentence #2
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102. 102
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Problem (1) recognize incorrect prepositions
Problems with prepositions
Sometimes an incorrect preposition is given in a sentence in
written expression questions on the TOEFL test
The game was called on because of rain
I knew i could count in you to do a good job
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Problem (1) recognize incorrect prepositions
After school many students participate in sports
Sentence #1
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After school many students participate in sports
Sentence #1
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105. 105
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Problem (1) recognize incorrect prepositions
I know i can rely in you to be here on time
Sentence #2
106. 106
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I know i can rely in you to be here on time
Sentence #2
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107. 107
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Problem (1) recognize incorrect prepositions
Walter has lost his keys, so he must look for them
Sentence #3
108. 108
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Problem (1) recognize incorrect prepositions
Walter has lost his keys, so he must look for them
Sentence #3
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110. 110
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Distinguish other, another and others
It is essential to complete the first program working on
the others
Sentence #1
111. 111
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Distinguish other, another and others
It is essential to complete the first program working on
the others
Sentence #1
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112. 112
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Distinguish other, another and others
The waitress will bring you the another bowl of soup
if you want
Sentence #2
113. 113
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Distinguish other, another and others
The waitress will bring you the another bowl of soup
if you want
Sentence #2
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Distinguish other, another and others
You should pack another pair of shoes in case that pair
gets soaked
Sentence #3
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Distinguish other, another and others
You should pack another pair of shoes in case that pair
gets soaked
Sentence #3
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