used to / didn't use to

Question 1

The structure used to + infinitive is used for repeated actions, habits or states in the past

Answer 1

Before the internet, people used to write letters a lot more
They used to go to the beach every summer
She used to live in London

Question 2

How do you form questions with “used to”?

Answer 2

Structure: “Did” + subject + “use to” + base form of the verb?
“Did you use to play soccer?”
“Did they use to live here?”

Question 3

How do you express a contrast between past and present using “used to”?

Answer 3

“I used to travel a lot, but now I prefer staying at home.”
“She used to be very shy, but now she’s very outgoing.”

Question 4

What is the difference between “used to” and “be used to”?

Answer 4

“Used to” describes past habits or states: “I used to ride a bike to school.”
“Be used to” describes being accustomed to something: “I am used to waking up early.”