This ESL grammar lesson reviews writing sentences with “There is” and There are”, followed by a short worksheet in which students practice writing sentences with these sentence patterns. Understanding and correctly using “there is” and “there are” is fundamental for ESL students. These phrases are commonly used to describe the existence or presence of something. This review lesson on “there is” and “there are” is designed to help students reinforce their understanding and practice these essential phrases effectively. Ideal for both online and in-person classes, this lesson offers clear explanations and practical exercises.
There are: Used to indicate the existence of plural nouns. For example, “There are many books on the table.”
There is: Used to indicate the existence of a singular noun or uncountable noun. For example, “There is a book on the table.”
This beginner-level ESL grammar lesson on nouns is perfect for both online and in-person classes, offering diverse content to suit any learning environment. Explore this and many similar grammar lessons for all levels on our page of ESL grammar lessons.
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