Class III English Grammar Present Tense- Interrogative

English Grammar Class 3

Present Tense- Interrogative

This chapter will teach you how to use Does and Do in basic present tense
interrogative statements. Here, we'll go over how to construct simple present
tense question sentences using the do or does construction, with examples of
each variety. Practice exercise is provided for students to assess themselves
after the chapter. Do and does are the basic interrogative words used for the
formation of interrogative statements in the simple present tense.

Image: Simple Present tense Do and Does.

In the Simple Present Tense, a statement beginning with "do" or "does"

asks a question.
Use of Do:
Do (present simple) is used with the subject and the main verb to create the
question form for the majority of main verbs.
Example:
• Do you enjoy rugby?

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• Do you still meet your friends?

• Do they avoid you?
• Do children like sweets?

Use of Does:
In the same way that you would use "goes," you use "does" when referring to
the singular third person, which includes he, she, it, the name of any person, etc.
Example:
• Does Jane work out daily?
• Does Jack really admire you?
• Does he not earn?

Types of Interrogative Questions

1. Choice (choosing) Interrogative Questions-
These interrogative phrases can be used to learn more about a person's
preferences and likes and dislikes.
Examples:
• Do you prefer tea or coffee?
• What is your favourite subject?
• Which city do you want to visit?
• For breakfast, what does Jenny want?

2. Yes or No Interrogative Questions-

As the name implies, only yes or no responses can be provided in response to
this kind of interrogative statement. Most questions that begin with "do" or
"does" receive a "yes" or "no" response.
Examples:

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• Did you see this movie?

• Have you ever been abroad?
• Have you seen my book?
• Will you accompany me to the concert?
• Do hens typically fly?

3. ‘Wh’ Interrogative Questions-

In this type, the interrogative questions start with words beginning with the
letter “wh” which are "who," "what," "where," "when," "why", “whose” or
“whom” and “how”.
Examples:
• Why are you here?
• What are your plans for the weekend?
• When will the class start?
• How do you manage all this work alone?
• Whom did you see yesterday?
• Whose shoes are these?
• Where have you been?
• Why do you have eleven zippers on your coat?

Examples of Converting from Assertion to Questions.

• I arrive at class on time.
Am I on time for school?
• You frequent the library daily.
Do you frequent the library daily?
• In St. Peter's school, Rama reads.
In St. Peter's school, does Rama read?

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• These youngsters adore chocolate.

Do the youngsters here enjoy chocolate?
• Cricket is played well in India.
Are Indian cricketers good?
• India largely loses against Australia in the game.
Does India primarily lose the game to Australia?

Points to Remember
1. Use an auxiliary verb, a modal verb, or a capital-letter-only question word to
begin the interrogative sentence.
2. Put a question mark at the end of the interrogative statement. This is also how
one can recognise an interrogative statement for the first time.
3. A declarative sentence's structure is slightly inverted for an interrogative
statement.

Auxiliary verb, main verb, or modal verb + subject + main verb

This applies if there are multiple verbs in the sentence) + remainder of the
sentence is how an interrogative sentence is structured.

Difficult Word Meanings

Word Meaning

Frequently Often/repeatedly

Significant Important

Appreciates Praises

Construct Build

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Summary
We use the present simple when expressing an interrogative question about a
situation that happens frequently, repeatedly, or always. Do is followed by the
subject and the verb's base form when the present simple is used in an
interrogative manner (the sentence ends with a question mark). The word does
is used in the third person singular. A question-posing sentence is referred to as
an interrogative sentence. Yes/no interrogatives, alternative questions, tag
questions, and direct or indirect interrogative sentences can all be used in
interrogative sentences. Interrogative pronouns are frequently used at the
beginning and end of interrogative statements. We use interrogative sentences
frequently in our interpersonal communication. They are the means by which
we solicit feedback from others and invite them to express their opinions. We
can obtain the necessary information by using interrogative words.

Practice Questions
Use Do or Does to change the following statements into questions.
1. At Diwali, we eat sweets.
2. I resemble my dad.
3. Mr Das accelerates the vehicle quickly.
4. I need to assist you.
5. The government provides for its citizens.
Answers:
1. Do we eat sweets at Diwali?
2. Do I resemble my father?
3. Does Mr Das drive his car quickly?
4. Do you need me to assist you?
5. Does the government provide for its citizens?

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Change from affirmative to interrogative.

1. He has a brand-new vehicle.
2. Every week, they enjoy dancing together.
3. I would advise you to adopt a new way of life.
4. In the morning, Ann completes her homework.
5. Good music is always played by Radiohead.
6. I consume all food prepared by my relatives.
7. Jane works in the same office as her brothers.
8. The firefighter enjoys his risky work.
9. The store shuts down at 5:00 p.m.
10.People from every nation are influenced by Socrates' ideas.
11.She adores her lover dearly.
12.Socialism has a significant impact on society.
13.Everyone appreciates a fun party.
14.I put in a lot of effort on the weekends to improve as a professional.
15.They pay their grandmother frequent visits.
Answers
1. Does he own a brand-new vehicle?
2. Do they enjoy dancing with one another every week?
3. Would you like me to suggest a new way of living to you?
4. Do Ann's assignments come in the morning?
5. Is fantastic music always played by Radiohead?
6. Do I consume every meal that my family prepares?
7. Does Jane collaborate with her brothers at work?
8. Does the firefighter enjoy the risks of his work?
9. Is the store open until five o'clock?

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10.Do individuals in every nation share Socrates' ideas?

11.Does she have a strong love for her boyfriend?
12.Does Socialism have a significant impact on society?
13.Is a nice party something that everyone enjoys?
14.Do I put in extra effort during the weekends to become a great
professional?
15.Do they frequently see their grandmother?

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