In short Direct speech: word-for-word quotation in quotation marks: She said, “I am tired.” Reported speech: reported words without quotation marks, with backshifting of tenses:
In short Another: Means one more or an alternative, used with a singular countable noun. Other: Means additional or different ones, used to accompany a
In short This: refers to a singular item that is near. That: refers to a singular item that is far. These: refers to plural items
In English, a capital letter is used far more often than in French. Several categories of words that are written in lowercase in French are
Summary Definition: Words used to point out specific nouns based on proximity. Forms: There are four main forms: This, That, These, Those. Variables: Choice depends
Quick Summary “Due to” is the correct phrase meaning “because of” or “caused by” — always use this spelling in writing “Do to” is always
Quick Summary Correct form: “supposed to be” (with -ed) functions as a past participle meaning “expected to” or “required to” Incorrect form: “suppose to be”
summary Definition: Superlatives express the highest or lowest degree of a quality among three or more entities. Formation (Short): Generally add “-est” to one-syllable adjectives