Think and Speak: Oral and Written Expression

1

Truly, Madly

Words ending in -ly are often adverbs, but it’s a dangerous rule to follow: see if you can do better.

2

Compose two sentences for each of these nouns, one where it is the subject of the verb and (if possible) one where it is the object.

3

Active and Passive

Show by means of sentences whether these verbs can be used both in active and also in passive constructions.

4

Prepositions

Make up sentences to show which prepositions we use after each word given.

5

Adjectives

Compose your own sentences to bring out the meaning of these adjectives.

6

By Leaps and Bounds

Make up a scenario for each of these prepositional phrases, such as ‘beyond endurance’ or ‘for no reason at all’.

Grammar