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Was, Were — Revision Notes
ICSE · Class 3 · Essentials of English Grammar and Composition
Was, Were revision notes for ICSE Class 3 Essentials of English Grammar and Composition: 3 topics in quick points.
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Key Topics to Revise
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Understanding 'Was'
- Use 'was' with singular subjects like I, he, she, it, or any singular noun.
- It describes something that happened in the past.
- Examples: I was tired. She was happy. The dog was barking.
2
Understanding 'Were'
- Use 'were' with plural subjects like we, they, you (plural), or any plural noun.
- It also describes past actions or conditions.
- Examples: We were excited. They were late. The cats were sleeping.
3
Special Cases: 'There was' and 'There were'
- 'There was' is used when talking about one thing in the past.
- 'There were' is used when talking about more than one thing in the past.
- The verb depends on the noun that comes after it.
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Full NotesKey Concepts
'Was' is used with singular subjects'Were' is used with plural subjectsThe verb must match the subject
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What are the important topics in Was, Were for ICSE Class 3 Essentials of English Grammar and Composition?
Key topics in Was, Were include Understanding 'Was', Understanding 'Were', Special Cases: 'There was' and 'There were'. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 3 exams.
How should I revise Was, Were for Class 3 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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