TOEFL Grammar Guide: 23 Grammar Rules You Must Know to Guarantee Your Success
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The TOEFL is a standardized English language test that is required for admission to many universities and colleges around the world. The test measures your ability to listen, speak, read, and write in English. The grammar section of the TOEFL is designed to test your knowledge of English grammar and usage.
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There are 23 grammar rules that are tested on the TOEFL. These rules cover a wide range of topics, including:
- Nouns
- Pronouns
- Verbs
- Adjectives
- Adverbs
- Prepositions
- Conjunctions
- Interjections
It is important to be familiar with these rules and to be able to apply them correctly in your writing and speaking. The following guide will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the 23 grammar rules that are tested on the TOEFL.
Nouns
Nouns are words that refer to people, places, things, or ideas. There are two types of nouns: common nouns and proper nouns.
- Common nouns refer to general people, places, things, or ideas. Examples of common nouns include "dog," "house," "book," and "love."
- Proper nouns refer to specific people, places, things, or ideas. Examples of proper nouns include "John Smith," "New York City," "The Great Gatsby," and "Christianity."
Nouns can be used in a variety of ways in a sentence. They can be used as subjects, objects, complements, or modifiers.
Example Sentences
- The dog is barking at the mailman.
- I live in a house on a hill.
- I am reading a book about love.
Pronouns
Pronouns are words that are used to replace nouns. There are many different types of pronouns, including:
- Personal pronouns refer to the speaker, the listener, or a third party. Examples of personal pronouns include "I," "you," "he," "she," "it," "we," "they," and "us."
- Demonstrative pronouns refer to specific people, places, things, or ideas. Examples of demonstrative pronouns include "this," "that," "these," and "those."
- Possessive pronouns refer to the ownership of something. Examples of possessive pronouns include "my," "your," "his," "her," "its," "our," "their," and "ours."
- Indefinite pronouns refer to an unspecified person, place, thing, or idea. Examples of indefinite pronouns include "some," "any," "everyone," "nobody," "something," "nothing," and "everyone."
Pronouns can be used in a variety of ways in a sentence. They can be used as subjects, objects, complements, or modifiers.
Example Sentences
- I am going to the store.
- This is my book.
- My car is red.
- Someone is at the door.
Verbs
Verbs are words that describe actions or states of being. There are two main types of verbs: action verbs and linking verbs.
- Action verbs describe an action that someone or something is performing. Examples of action verbs include "walk," "talk," "run," and "jump."
- Linking verbs connect the subject of a sentence to a word that describes the subject. Examples of linking verbs include "be," "seem," "appear," and "become."
Verbs can be used in a variety of ways in a sentence. They can be used as the main verb, a helping verb, or a modal verb.
Example Sentences
- The dog is barking at the mailman.
- I am going to the store.
- Can you help me with my homework?
Adjectives
Adjectives are words that describe nouns. They can provide information about the size, shape, color, age, or quality of something.
Adjectives can be used in a variety of ways in a sentence. They can be used before a noun, after a noun, or in a noun phrase.
Example Sentences
- The bigdog is barking at the mailman.
- I have a redcar.
- The oldman is sitting on a bench.
Adverbs
Adverbs are words that describe verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. They can provide information about the time, place, manner, or reason for something.
Adverbs can be used in a variety of ways in a sentence. They can be used before a verb, after a verb, or in an adverb phrase.
Example Sentences
- The dog is barkingloudly at the mailman.
- I am going to the storetomorrow.
- He is speakingslowly and clearly.
Prepositions
Prepositions are words that show the relationship between a noun or pronoun and another word in the sentence. They can indicate location, direction, time, or manner.
There are many different prepositions, including:
- In
- On
- At
- To
- From
- By
- With
- Without
Prepositions can be used in a variety of ways in a sentence. They can be used to connect a noun or pronoun to a verb, an adjective, or another noun or pronoun.
Example Sentences
- The dog is in the house.
- I am going to the store.
- He is talkingto his friend.
Conjunctions
Conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses. There are three main types of conjunctions:
- Coordinating conjunctions connect words, phrases, or clauses that are equal in importance. Examples of coordinating conjunctions include "and," "or," "but," and "nor."
- Subordinating conjunctions connect a subordinate clause to a main clause. Examples of subordinating conjunctions include "because," "although," "if," and "when."
- Correlative conjunctions connect two words, phrases, or clauses that are parallel in structure. Examples of correlative conjunctions include "either...or," "neither...nor," and "both...and."
Conjunctions can be used in a variety of ways in a sentence. They can be used to connect two independent clauses, two dependent clauses, or an independent clause
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 2176 KB |
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Screen Reader | : | Supported |
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Lending | : | Enabled |
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