Simple Words-2 | Exercises

Present, Past Simple, & Continuous | Exercises | Englisch Grammatik

​Using "Such""Such" is used before nouns or noun phrases. It describes the intensity or degree of something, but unlike "so," it requires a noun or noun phrase.

1. "Such" + Adjective + Noun:
   • Structure: such + adjective + noun
   • Example: It was such a great presentation.
   • Explanation: "Such" modifies the noun "presentation" with the adjective "great."
2. "Such" + Noun (without an adjective):
   • Structure: such + noun
   • Example: They are such professionals.
   • Explanation: "Such" modifies the noun "professionals."
3. "Such" + That Clause (for emphasis):
   • Structure: such + adjective + noun + that + clause
   • Example: It was such a long meeting that everyone was exhausted.
   • Explanation: "Such" emphasizes the noun phrase "a long meeting," and "that" introduces the result.
4. "Such" with Uncountable Nouns:
   • Structure: such + uncountable noun
   • Example: The team showed such patience.
   • Explanation: "Such" emphasizes the uncountable noun "patience."

Summary:

• "So" is used with adjectives and adverbs to emphasize degree: "so difficult," "so quickly."
• "Such" is used with nouns or noun phrases to describe something intensely: "such a good idea," "such professionals."

Both can be used to show cause and effect with a "that" clause: "so...that," "such...that."

BrightPlastics - Past and Present Tenses Exercise

John ___(1)___ BrightPlastics in a small garage. At first, it ___(2)___ a tough job. He ___(3)___ long hours every day, making plastic items. He ___(4)___ a lot about plastics and their qualities.

John ___(5)___ reliable suppliers for the raw materials. As the business ___(6)___, he ___(7)___ to a larger building. He ___(8)___ skilled workers and ___(9)___ recycling programs.

BrightPlastics ___(10)___ known for its excellent quality. John ___(11)___ on making sure every product ___(12)___ perfect. He ___(13)___ to customer feedback.

Even though the company ___(14)___ some challenges, like machine breakdowns, John ___(15)___ them quickly. He ___(16)___ proud of his achievements. BrightPlastics ___(17)___ into a successful company.

John ___(18)___ to work hard and ___(19)___ to make even better products. His story ___(20)___ that hard work and determination ___(21)___ success.

Possible Answers:

• 1. (started / starts / starting)
• 2. (was / is / has been)
• 3. (worked / works / has worked)
• 4. (learned / learns / has learned)
• 5. (found / finds / has found)
• 6. (grew / grows / has grown)
• 7. (moved / moves / has moved)
• 8. (hired / hires / has hired)
• 9. (introduced / introduces / has introduced)
• 10. (became / becomes / has become)
• 11. (focused / focuses / has focused)
• 12. (was / is / has been)
• 13. (listens / listened / has listened)
• 14. (faced / faces / has faced)
• 15. (solved / solves / has solved)
• 16. (felt / feels / has felt)
• 17. (has grown / grows / grew)
• 18. (continues / continued / has continued)
• 19. (aims / aimed / has aimed)
• 20. (shows / showed / has shown)
• 21. (can create / creates / created)

Present, Past Simple, & Continuous | Exercises

Present, Past Simple, & Continuous | Exercises | Englisch Grammatik