4 – Grammar: “Be”

We use “be” to describe the subject of a sentence. There is usually a noun or adjective after “be.” Look at the charts. Then do the exercise that follows.

Contracted Forms of “be”

A. Use the correct form of “be” to complete each sentence. The first one is done for you.

1. A dog IS an animal.
2. The dog ______ old.
3. Golf, rugby and tennis _____ sports.
4. Eunjoo _________ quiet.
5. We ___________ musicians.
6. He ________________ smart.
7. It ____________ a sofa.
8. They _____________ teachers.
9. I _________ late.
10. Will Smith __________ famous.

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