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Is, Are, Am + -ing — Study Plan

ICSE · Class 1 · English Grammar and Composition

A step-by-step study plan for Is, Are, Am + -ing, ICSE Class 1 English Grammar and Composition: what to learn first, what to practise and when to revise.

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Study Plan

1
Day 1–2

Learn the Theory

Read the textbook chapter carefully. Note down definitions, formulas and key ideas. Focus on: Understanding 'Is', 'Are', and 'Am', Using 'Is, Are, Am' with -ing Verbs.

2
Day 3

Practise

Solve the textbook exercises and extra practice questions. There are 44 questions available for this chapter.

3
Day 4

Revise & Test

Revise key points without looking at your notes. Take a practice quiz and mark weak areas for another pass.

4
Day 7

Spaced Revision

Come back to Is, Are, Am + -ing after a week. Use flashcards for quick recall and try past exam questions on this chapter.

What to Focus On

  • Am is used with 'I'.
  • Is is used with 'he', 'she', and 'it'.
  • Are is used with 'you', 'we', and 'they'.
  • The -ing form shows an action is happening now.
  • Helping verb must match the subject.
  • This is called the present continuous tense.
  • We use this tense to describe current actions.
  • Examples include school, home, and outdoor activities.
  • It helps us talk about what people or things are doing at this moment.

Memory Tips

Use 'am' with 'I'

Use 'is' with he, she, it

Use 'are' with you, we, they

Adding -ing to verbs

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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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