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Was, Were — Revision Notes

ICSE · Class 2 · English Grammar and Composition

Was, Were revision notes for ICSE Class 2 English Grammar and Composition: 2 topics in quick points. Includes Understanding 'Was' and 'Were' and Rules.

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Key Topics to Revise

1

Understanding 'Was' and 'Were'

  • Use 'was' with singular subjects like I, he, she, it, or one person/thing.
  • Use 'were' with plural subjects like we, you, they, or more than one person/thing.
  • 'Was' and 'were' are past tense forms of the word 'are'.
2

Rules and Examples

  • 'I' always uses 'was' — I was at school.
  • 'He', 'She', 'It' use 'was' — She was tired.
  • 'We', 'You', 'They' use 'were' — They were happy.

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Key Concepts

'Was' is used with singular subjects'Were' is used with plural subjectsEvery sentence needs the right verb

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Was, Were for ICSE Class 2 English Grammar and Composition?
Key topics in Was, Were include Understanding 'Was' and 'Were', Rules and Examples. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 2 exams.
How should I revise Was, Were for Class 2 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 19 practice questions on Was, Were. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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