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Elementary - Past simple of the verb 'to be'

Monday, 08 June 2009
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English grammar lesson on-line for elementary level students - An explanation of the past simple of the verb 'to be' with audio explanation and printable exercises.

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Positive

I was at school yesterday.
He/ She/ It was

We/ You/ They

were

Negative

I wasn't in France last year.
He/ She/ It wasn't

We/ You/ They

weren't

Question

Was I at home on Monday?
Was He/ She/ It
Were We/ You/ They

Short answers
Yes, I was./ Yes, we were.
No , they weren't.
No, he wasn't.
Yes, she was.

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 Past Simple Verb To Be English Power (C) 2010
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