Core English Language Grammar Pattern Deck Flashcards
-To give people real, powerful, and easy productive facility and fluency with the most common grammar patterns in the whole English language. These patterns are noted for their particular frequency occurring in real, modern English. In addition, the patterns are all linked together using "cause and effect", and connecting structures like "because/so". In this way, if you remember and use one pattern, you will remember many of them. Have fun, and read them out-loud many times.
-What do you like doing?
(I like +v.ING [develop my skills] easily, because it’s exciting to make real, fast __________.)
-I also like v.+ING (finish sentences well.)
- I like developing my skills easily, because it’s exciting to make real, fast progress.
- I also like finishing sentences well.
- When did you start mixing and using patterns?
- How long have you been–>ing?
(I started +v.ING__ ______ago)
(I’ve been –>ing for a while, now.)
- I started mixing and using patterns a while ago.
- I have been mixing and using patterns for a while, now.
-Are you used to mixing these patterns, yet?
(Yes, I’m already getting more and more used to +v.ING.)
-In terms of your hobbies, what are you used to doing?
(In terms of my hobbies, I’m used to v.+ING. I can_______easily, and I’m pretty good at v.+ING…I’ve been–>ing for __________ ________.)
- Yes, I’m already getting more and more used to mixing these patterns every time I use them.
- In terms of my hobbies, I’m used to v.+ING. For example, I can __b.v.___easily, and I’m pretty good at v.+ING. That’s because I’m used to v.+ING. I’ve been –>ing for several years.
-Is there a relationship between MIXING these patterns, and GETTING USED TO these patterns?
(Yes, the more a person [mix] these patterns, the more they get used to them.)
(In addition, the more a person [catch patterns in real life], the more they [realize ___ common they are], because ___ easy __ find examples everywhere.)
- Yes, the more a person mixes these patterns, the more they get used to them.
- In addition, the more a person catches patterns in real life, the more they realize how common they are, because it’s easy to find examples everywhere.
- The more I practice and review,
- The more I exercise,
- The longer I live here,
- The more Claudio reads these exercises,
- the more naturally I can use the patterns.
- the healthier I get.
- the more I like it here.
- the more he can proof-read them for the editor to change.
-When it comes to food, what kind of food is your country famous for?
(Well, when it comes to food, my country is famous for_________, and also_______. They are both very________, so most people enjoy v.+ING)
-Well, when it comes to food, my country is famous for_______, and also______. They are both very delicious, so most people enjoy eating them.
-When it comes to music, what kind of music do you like?
(When it comes to music, I really………..
I also…………, and …………. What about you?)
-When it comes to music, I really like _____. I also like ____, and _____. What about you?
-What are these flashcards useful in terms of?
(These cards are useful in terms of how you can easily _______ yourself to flow with nice language. The more you mix the ___________, the better you can ____ _________.)
-These cards are useful in terms of how you can easily train yourself to flow with nice language. The more you mix the patterns, the better you can use them.
-In terms of actors and actresses, who do you
like?
(In terms of actors and actresses, I really like____, because….)
-In terms of actors and actresses, I really like _____, because….
So, are there two sides to learning English?
(Yes. On the ONE hand, English __ _ big project, but on the OTHER hand, you ___ learn a lot very quickly, when you use ____ questions ___ answers repeat___.)
-Yes. On the ONE hand, English is a big project, but on the OTHER hand, you can learn a lot very quickly, when you use these questions and answers repeatedly.
-What are the advantages and disadvantages of living in the city?
(Well, on the ONE hand,…. But on the OTHER hand, ….)
-Well, on the ONE hand, the city is exciting and colourful, but on the OTHER hand, it can be polluted or dangerous. It depends on the city, or village, or town.
-Have you ever been to __[place]____?
(#1.-Yes, I have. It was really _____, and I ____________)
(#2.-No, I haven’t. Why? Do you think it’d be a good idea to…..?)
(#2.-Maybe I’ll_________
- If I have time, I will\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ - It depends if.... - I'll have to wait and see.)
1.-Yes, I have. It was really nice, and I had a great time.
- If I have time, I'll go. - It depends if I have time. - I'll have to wait and see.
-Have you ever eaten______?
(#1. Yes, I have. It was….)
(#2a. No, I haven’t. Why? Is it good?)
(#2b. You haven’t? You should_____, because…….. So, I recommend v.+ING.)
1. Yes, I have. It was fantastic.
#2b.You haven't? You should eat\_\_\_\_, because it's \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. So, I recommend eating \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
-What did you do yesterday?
(Simple Past–Well, I [eat] and [talk] to ______ about_____. I [watch] . It was______.
-Well, I ate_____, and I talked to___about____. I watched_____. It was ________.
-Are you /gonna/ go to the club?
(Yes, I’m /gonna/ … , because…Would you like to_____?)
(No, I don’t think so, because I feel like v.+ING…)
(Maybe I will go to the club. I haven’t ________ yet. If I feel up to v.+ING, I will. It depends if……., or not.)
-Yes, I’m /gonna/ go to the club, because a cool band is playing tonight. Would you like to join me?
- No, I don’t think so, because I feel like staying home and watching a movie.
- Maybe I’ll go to the club, I haven’t decided yet. If I feel up to going to the club, I’ll go. It depends if I feel up to it, or not.
-Are you doing anything tonight?
(Not really. Why? What’s up?)
(Well, we are–>ing at the _____, at__o ‘clock, to____and_____. Would you like to join us?)
(Sure, that’d be great…/Thad/ be great.)
- Not really. Why? What’s up?
- Well, we’re meeting at the pub at eight o’clock, to relax and talk. Would you like to join us?
- Sure, that’d be great!
-Do you think it’ll be fun?
(Yes, I’m sure it’ll be____. It “should” be_____. Are you _____ come?)
(Definitely. It sounds like it’ll be a _____ _____.)
- Yes, I’m sure it’ll be fun. It should be great. Are you /gonna/ come?
- Definitely. It sounds like it’ll be a good time.
-Have you heard anything about that movie? Is it good?
(Well, apparently, it’s a really special and unique…………Everything………………………….It’s great, and I highly recommend v.+ING [go to see it].) Or you could probably…………………….., couldn’t you?
-Well, apparently, it’s a really special and unique movie. Everything comes together into a perfect piece of art. It’s great, and I highly recommend going to see it. Or you could probably find it on the Internet, couldn’t you?
-So, what happened yesterday?
Use: Well, I / and________.However, / because / so / that’s why
-Well, I went to the mall to buy some sunscreen, and also some floating devices for the water. However, they were sold out, because it was so hot yesterday. So, I had to go to three stores, before I finally found some. That’s why I arrived late at the beach.
-What do you have to do?
(I have to…)
-What did you have to do?
(I had to…)
-What are you going to have to do?
(I’m going to have to … /gonna hafta/ )
- I have to enjoy reviewing these a few dozen times.
- I had to check it out.
- I’m going to have to spend a lot more time developing these skills, because they seem pretty easy to grasp.
What new information did you get?
Well, apparently, people can use apps to……….. new language………………, and the more….., the more…
-Well, apparently, people can use apps to pick up new language easily, and the more you can find new combinations and examples, the more exciting it is.
- Hey, your name is ______, isn’t it?
- And you’re from_____, aren’t you?
- Isn’t it nice to learn about other cultures?
- Yes, that’s right. And you’re___, aren’t you?
- Yes. And you’re from ___, aren’t you?
- Yes, it’s interesting to learn about other cultures. People tend to expand their horizons and learn new things.
-Do you think it’d be nice to have a picnic, now that the weather is nice?
(Sure, It’d be……Do you have any________ as to______to go?)
(What about going to ______?)
(That’d be…….., good idea. Where and when should we……….?)
- Sure, it’d be nice to have a picnic. Do you have any suggestions as to where to go?
- What about going to Jericho Beach?
- That’d be great, good idea. Where and when should we meet?
-What’s the difference between +v.ING, and +v.ING? (learn effectively/have fun)
(Well, now that you mention it, there really is no difference between………………., and………..
When things come together in the right way, it’s amazing what can be achieved.)
-Well, now that you mention it, there really is no difference between learning effectively, and having fun. When things come together in the right way, it’s amazing what can be achieved.
-Is there a relationship between +v.ING and +v.ING? (recycle patterns/improve naturally)?
(Yes, there is a __________ between recycling patterns, and improving naturally. When a person reads, and reviews, and _____ ________, they can make huge _______ in their learning.)
-Yes, there is a relationship between recycling patterns, and improving naturally. When a person reads, and reviews, and catches patterns, they can make huge jumps in their learning.
-Why did you go to the beach?
(in order to_v._)
-Why do you go to restaurants?
(in order to__v._)
-Why are you /gonna/ go downtown?
(in order to/ so that I can__b.v._)
- I went to the beach to relax and enjoy the sun.
- I go to restaurants to steal recipes for my own restaurant.
- I’m /gonna/ go downtown to walk around and have fun. I’m /gonna/ go downtown so that I can go shopping.
-Is this your first time +v.ING? (work through the patterns)
(No, this isn’t………………….., actually.)
-Have you __p.p.__ through the patterns before?
(Yes, I have…)
- No, this isn’t my first time working through the patterns, actually.
- Yes, I have worked through the patterns before.
-Is this the first time that you’ve p.p.? (see this movie)
Yes, this is the first time that.. It’s _________Do you…….?
-Yes, this is the first time that I’ve seen this movie. It’s awesome. Do you like it?
-Was it your first time +v.ING? (practice reading)
(Yes. It was my… At the time, I hadn’t p.p.)
-Do you remember your first time +v.ING? (read patterns)
(Yes. I remember my first time v.+ING [read patterns]. I realized it was an _______way to train ________ _________ ________.)
- Yes, it was my first time practicing reading. At the time, I hadn’t read before.
- Yes, I remember my first time reading patterns. I realized it was an easy way to train strong English skills.
-Do you remember the first time that you (jump in a swimming pool)?
(No, actually,I don’t remember the…. However, I DO remember +v.ING….)
-No, actually, I don’t remember the first time that I jumped in a swimming pool. However, I DO remember spending time at the lake, and swimming with my family.