Yes, there are some general rules for using "make" and "do" in English:

1. Use "make" when creating, building, or constructing something tangible, such as a cake, a
painting, or a house. For example: "I'm going to make a sandwich for lunch."
2. Use "do" when performing an action or completing a task that doesn't result in a tangible
object, such as homework, exercises, or a job. For example: "I need to do my homework
before I can watch TV."
3. Use "make" to describe a change in state or condition, such as making someone happy or
making a decision. For example: "I'm trying to make him understand my point of view."
4. Use "do" when talking about work or activities in general, such as doing a project or doing
some research. For example: "I have a lot of work to do today."
5. Use "make" when referring to a specific noise or sound, such as making a phone call or
making a noise. For example: "I need to make a phone call to my boss."
Remember, these rules are general guidelines and there may be exceptions to them. It's always best
to consult a grammar guide or a native speaker if you're unsure about which word to use.
“Make” and “do” are similar verbs in English. There are some words that go together with “make”
and others that go together with “do.” In other words, there are fixed expressions in English with
both of these verbs, and you just have to learn them. But there are general rules you can follow:

Use “make” for when you create or produce something.

Use “do” for actions you must do, like jobs or work, and for general activities, especially activities
you repeat often.
Let’s look at some examples of each verb.

1. make an effort
2. make a purchase
3. do business homework
4. be certain/sure
5. make a complaint
6. make a fuss
7. do one’s duty
8. do good/evil
9. make a decision/up one’s mind
10. make sense
11. make a suggestion
12. do damage
13. do one’s best
14. make money / do a profit
15. make a mess
16. make / do a phone call
17. do work
18. be wrong/right
19. make noise
20. make / do a request

1. John made an excuse and left work early.

2. Can you do me a favor and pick up the children from school this afternoon?
3. It has been hard work, but I think we are finally making progress on this project.
4. Good morning. I would like to make an appointment to see the doctor this afternoon.
5. We are all doing our best to finish the project on time.
6. If you stop eating so much junk food, it will do wonders for your health.
7. I’m not really sure when man walked on the moon for the first time, but I can make a guess.
8. The scandal has done harm to his reputation.
9. I would like to make a suggestion about how to improve the company’s image.
10. Have you made a decision yet about where you are going for your summer holiday?