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ICSE · Class 3 · Essentials of English Grammar and Composition

What Was, Were covers in ICSE Class 3 Essentials of English Grammar and Composition: 3 topics, for the 2026-27 session.

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3 Topics · ICSE Class 3 Essentials of English Grammar and Composition · 2026-27

Topics in Was, Were

1

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.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Use of Was and Were

Meaning of Was and WereUse of 'Was'Use of 'Were'Subject-Verb AgreementUse of 'There was' and 'There were'Negative Sentences

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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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