Talking with the Verb Be

What are we learning today?

You will learn how to give basic information about yourself and other people.

Explanation

• Use I am (I'm), he/she/it is, we/you/they are.
• For no, use I'm not, isn't and aren't.
• Say a full sentence: "I'm eleven", not just "eleven".
• Use a country and a nationality: Japan, Japanese.

Examples

1. I'm Paul. I'm eleven.
2. She's Sara. She's from Spain.
3. They're Mexican. They're from Mexico.
4. He's a teacher. He isn't a student.

Remember!

• She is = She's. They are = They're.
• Say full sentences.

Check yourself

1. Complete: They ___ Pete and Suzie.
2. Make this sentence negative: I'm Paul.