Hi again:

Here's a list fo the most common reporting verbs. You can print it out and keep it for further reference:

List of Reporting verbs (with examples)

Then, PRINT AND ANSWER the following exercises:

https://elt.oup.com/student/englishfile/upperint/a_grammar/file05/nef_upperint_grammar05_b01?cc=us&selLanguage=en

http://valenciaenglish.netfirms.com/pdffiles/worksheetreporting.pdf

Hi there!:

Today in class, I explained three special cases to consider when working with Correlative Conjunctions:

1. Rule of proximity:

The verb which follows two subjects joined by a correlative conjunction must agree with the second subject, NOT the first:

• Either my brother or my mum look looks after our cat when we’re away on holiday.
• Either my brother or my parents looks look after our cat when we’re away on holiday.
• Neither the manager nor his assistant are is here today.
• Neither the manager nor his assistants is are here today.

When not only is used at the beginning of a sentence and joins two clauses, the auxiliary verb of the not only clause is placed before the subject. This is a coordinating conjunction.

CLAUSES

Not only did  I applaud, but I also stood up. I applauded the performance, and I stood up.

Not only do  I like to watch movies, but I also like to see plays. I like to watch movies, and I like to see plays.

3. When Neither…nor begins a sentence:

Neither did   I   take vacation, nor did I ask for sick leave.
Move the auxiliary verb in front of the subject. 

Hi there:

PRINT AND ANSER the following exercises for tomorrow Tuesday 23rd:

http://www.esl-lounge.com/student/grammar/4g11-reporting-verbs-exercise.php

http://perso.wanadoo.es/autoenglish/gr.report2.p.htm

Thanks!

Hi people:

Here you can find further information about gerunds and infinitives: 

Gerunds and infinitives (explanation and examples)

Gerunds and inifinitives (practice exercises)

Enjoy!!

Hi there!:

Here are the exercises you need to PRINT/COPY AND ANSWER for tomorrow:

1. Choose RATHER/ PREFER  to complete the sentences:

1. Would you preferrather go to the movies or to the theater?
2. Would you preferrather to write the report now or after the meeting?
3. Would you preferrather learn Mandarin or Portuguese?
4. Would you preferrather buy an Ipad or a Nexxus?
5. Would you preferrather to meet on Tuesday or Thursday?
6. Would you preferrather having dinner here or at the new restaurant?

2. Choose the correct option:

Hi there:

This is the copy you have to PRINT AND BRING tomorrow. Don't answer it!