Evidence 3

Mario Ricardo Gutiérrez Avila

 Future tense for plans
When you're describing future plans, you're remember the
nexts rules:
Use Going to + Verb to describe a future plan or intention.

Example:
I’m going to play soccer on Friday =
I’m planning on playing soccer on Friday.

Use Will + Verb to describe a spontaneous decision about

the future.

Explication Video:
https://youtu.be/U8L2m8TeIWA
Examples
 Tomorrow, I will go to the gym and work out for an hour.
 Next week, I am going to visit my grandparents and spend a few days with them.
 In two months, I will start taking French lessons to improve my language skills.
 Next year, I plan to travel to Japan and explore Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka.
 On Saturday evening, we are going to have a dinner party at our house with some friends.
 In the summer, I will enroll in a photography course to enhance my skills.
 Next month, I will begin training for a marathon and aim to complete it within six months.
 This weekend, I am going to finish reading that book I started a few weeks ago.
 In a few days, I will start working on a new project at my job.
 In the near future, I plan to start saving money for a down payment on a house.
 Future tense for intentions
When you're describing future intentions, you're
remember the nexts rules:
Use Will or be + going to + infinitive to
communicate a future intention.

Example:
I Will study hard to get into a top university.

Explication Video:
https://youtu.be/lsTiVgxTFco
Examples
 We are going to start our own business next year.
 She plans to travel around the world after saving enough money.
 They intend to adopt a rescue dog from the local shelter.
 He is determined to learn a new language by the end of the year.
 We will volunteer at the community center to help those in need.
 She is going to train for a marathon and participate next summer.
 They have decided to save up for a dream vacation to the Caribbean.
 He intends to pursue a career in environmental conservation.
 We will dedicate more time to practicing our musical instruments.
I will help you with your homework.
 Used to
We use used to when we refer to things in the past which
are no longer true. It indicates that something was done,
experienced, or was the case in the past, but it is not the
same in the present.
Use Subject + used to + base form of the verb.

Example:
+ I used to play basketball when I was younger.
- I didn’t use to like vegetables.
? Did you use to live here?

Explication Video:
https://youtu.be/njRld0M-xEM
Examples
I used to eat ice cream every day, but now I'm trying to eat healthier.
They used to live in a small town, but they moved to the city last year.
We used to play video games together every weekend when we were kids.
She used to work as a graphic designer, but now she's pursuing a career in
photography.
He used to smoke cigarettes, but he quit two years ago.
The weather used to be much colder during the winter months.
My grandmother used to tell us bedtime stories when we stayed at her house.
We used to have a dog, but unfortunately, he passed away last year.
Sarah used to be afraid of public speaking, but she overcame her fear through
practice.
He used to take the bus to work, but now he prefers cycling.
Gerunds as nouns and verbs
A gerund functions as a noun when it is used to name an action, activity, or thing. It can act
as the subject or object of a sentence, or in other noun positions.

Use Subject + verb in present participle (-ing).

Example:
+ Swimming is my favorite sport.
- Being married will not make me happy.
? What do you enjoy doing?

Explication Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emnOOhl1QRc&pp=ygUaZ2VydW5kcyBhcyBub3Vucy
BhbmQgdmVyYnM%3D
Examples
I enjoy swimming in the ocean.
She started painting portraits at a young age.
They spent the afternoon hiking in the mountains.
He spent hours practicing playing the guitar.
We often go cycling on the weekends.
The children were laughing and playing in the park.
They are planning on traveling to Europe next summer.
I look forward to seeing you at the concert.
She doesn't mind washing the dishes after dinner.
They can't resist singing along to their favorite songs.
Words to express
contrast

You can use various words

and phrases that indicate a
difference or opposition
between two ideas or
concepts.
Examples
She studied hard for the exam; however, she didn't perform well.
He loves the beach; on the other hand, his sister prefers the mountains.
The film received critical acclaim; conversely, it failed to attract a wide
audience.
In contrast to his optimistic outlook, she always expects the worst.
The weather was rainy; nevertheless, we decided to go for a walk.
The project was challenging; nonetheless, they completed it successfully.
They have limited resources, yet they managed to achieve remarkable results.
He didn't like the book, but he still finished reading it.
Although it was expensive, she decided to buy the dress.
While some people enjoy spicy food, others prefer milder flavors.
Use of most
We use the quantifier most to talk about quantities, amounts and degree.
We can use it with a noun (as a determiner) or without a noun (as a
pronoun). We can also use it with adjectives and adverbs to form the
superlative.

Use most + noun.

Explication Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJ2tTKiAsQw&pp=ygUMdXNlIG9m
IG1vc3Qg
Examples
Most people enjoy chocolate ice cream.
I try to eat a balanced diet, but most of the time I end up indulging in
unhealthy snacks.
Most dogs love going for walks and playing fetch.
She studied diligently and earned the highest grades in most of her classes.
The majority of the population voted in favor of the new policy.
I've traveled to many countries, but most of my favorite memories are from my
trip to Italy.
In most cases, regular exercise can improve cardiovascular health.
The team worked hard and won most of their matches this season.
Most students feel nervous before taking an important exam.
The survey revealed that most people prefer coffee over tea.
Verb to be
The verb to be means to exist (I am here), to occur (The meeting is Tuesday),
or to have the characteristics of something (She was a quiet child). It is the
most common verb in English, partly because of its additional uses in
grammar: to be verbs can be auxiliary verbs that help create other tenses or
linking verbs that help describe the subject of a sentence.

Use Subject + verb To Be+ complement

Explication Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O-pELo5MMkQ&pp=ygUKdmVyYiB
0byBiZQ%3D%3D
Examples
She is a talented musician.
The sky was clear and the sun was shining.
They were happy to see each other after a long time.
The book is on the table.
I am tired after a long day at work.
The flowers are blooming in the garden.
He was the captain of the soccer team.
The concert was incredible; the performers were amazing.
It is important to take care of your health.
The house is being renovated at the moment.
 Linking words
Linking words show the relationships between ideas. Linking words serve
different functions, such as to compare ideas or to give examples, and can go
at the start or in the middle of a sentence.

Use Subject + linking word+ complement

Explication Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDOrb8EOiAI&pp=yg
UNbGlua2luZyB3b3Jkcw%3D%3D
Examples
I enjoy playing soccer, and I also love basketball.
She not only studies hard but also participates in various extracurricular
activities.
He is tall; however, his brother is quite short.
The weather was hot, but they still decided to go for a hike.
She missed the bus, so she had to take a taxi to work.
The team practiced diligently; as a result, they won the championship.
First, we need to gather the materials. Then, we can start the project.
After finishing dinner, they went for a walk in the park.
If it rains tomorrow, we will stay indoors and watch movies.
Provided that he finishes his work, he can join us for the party.
Present simple
We use the simple present tense when an action is happening right now, or
when it happens regularly (or unceasingly, which is why it's sometimes called
present indefinite). Depending on the person, the simple present tense is
formed by using the root form or by adding s or es to the end.

Use Subject + verb (same as infinitive) + complement

Explication Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wtTAdfyejH0&pp=yg
UOcHJlc2VudCBzaW1wbGU%3D
Examples
I wake up early every morning.
She enjoys reading books in her free time.
The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.
They speak Spanish fluently.
The train departs at 7 o'clock sharp.
Cats purr when they are content.
He works as a teacher at the local school.
The Earth revolves around the sun.
We often go for walks in the park.
My sister lives in London.
Present progressive
The present progressive is used for actions going on in the moment of
speaking and for actions taking place only for a short period of time. It is also
used to express development and actions that are arranged for the near
future.

Use Subject + am/is/are + verb (-ing) + object

Explication Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lGkxRXamy7Y&pp=yg
UTcHJlc2VudCBwcm9ncmVzc2l2ZQ%3D%3D
Examples
I am currently studying for my exams.
She is watching a movie with her friends tonight.
The children are playing in the backyard.
They are working on a new project at the office.
We are having dinner at a fancy restaurant tonight.
He is learning to play the guitar.
The dog is chasing its tail in circles.
She is practicing her dance routine for the upcoming performance.
They are painting the walls of their house.
I am enjoying a cup of coffee while reading a book.
Question tags
We can add question tags like isn't it?, can you? or didn't they? to a
statement to make it into a question. Question tags are more common in
speaking than writing.
We often use question tags when we expect the listener to agree with our
statement. In this case, when the statement is positive, we use a negative
question tag.

Use Auxiliary verb + subject + main verb

Explication Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QkYBiPEIwVE&pp=yg
UNcXVlc3Rpb24gdGFncw%3D%3D
Examples
You're coming to the party, aren't you?
She finished her assignment on time, didn't she?
It's a beautiful day, isn't it?
They don't like spicy food, do they?
He won the race, didn't he?
We should leave now, shouldn't we?
You've seen that movie before, haven't you?
She's a great singer, isn't she?
They can swim, can't they?
You don't mind helping me, do you?
APA:
Chris. (2021). Future plans. MicroEnglish.
https://microenglish.com/grammar-lesson/future-plans/#:~:text=When%20you're%20describing%20future,spont
aneous%20decision%20about%20the%20future
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https://uomustansiriyah.edu.iq/media/lectures/6/6_2022_03_31!08_35_27_PM.pdf