A1 · Vocabulary

Verb phrases and word formation

Recognise common verb-noun combinations and simple word families.

Learning objectives

Recognise the form and meaning of verb phrases and word formation.
Use verb phrases and word formation in controlled A1 sentences.
Identify and correct common beginner errors.
Apply the concept in a short personal or everyday context.

Grammar rules

Learn common phrases as complete units.
Notice basic adjective and adverb forms.

Examples

have breakfast
go shopping
take a bus
quick – quickly
careful – carefully

Common mistakes

Using a form that does not agree with the subject or noun.
Using the correct words in the wrong order.
Adding or omitting a required auxiliary, article or preposition.
Choosing a form that changes the intended meaning.

Revision notes

Review the rule, say the examples aloud, write two new examples and retake the concept test until you achieve at least 80%.

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