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Is, Are, Am + -ing — Revision Notes

ICSE · Class 1 · English Grammar and Composition

Is, Are, Am + -ing revision notes for ICSE Class 1 English Grammar and Composition: 2 topics in quick points. Includes Understanding 'Is', 'Are', and 'Am'.

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Understanding 'Is', 'Are', and 'Am'

  • We use 'am' when talking about ourselves: I am...
  • We use 'is' for one person or thing: He is..., She is..., It is...
  • We use 'are' for more than one person or thing: You are..., They are..., We are...
2

Using 'Is, Are, Am' with -ing Verbs

  • We use 'is', 'are', 'am' with action words ending in -ing to say what someone is doing now.
  • Examples: I am reading. She is writing. They are jumping.
  • The -ing form shows the action is happening at this moment.

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Key Concepts

'Am' is used when we talk'Is' is used for one person'Are' is used for more thanWhen we want to say something

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Is, Are, Am + -ing for ICSE Class 1 English Grammar and Composition?
Key topics in Is, Are, Am + -ing include Understanding 'Is', 'Are', and 'Am', Using 'Is, Are, Am' with -ing Verbs. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 1 exams.
How should I revise Is, Are, Am + -ing for Class 1 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 44 practice questions on Is, Are, Am + -ing. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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