To Be: Is, Am, Are grammar Exercise

Practise choosing the correct form of the verb “to be” — is, am, or are — in present simple sentences about people, places, and things.

Exercise Guide

How to complete:

Read each sentence carefully and decide whether the blank needs "is", "am", or "are". Pay attention to the subject and whether it is singular or plural.

  • I always uses "am"; use "is" for he, she, it, or singular nouns.
  • We, you, they, and plural nouns take "are".
  • Check for words like "here" or "today" to keep sentences natural.

Success tips:

  • Swap the subject for a pronoun (he, she, it, they) to test which form fits.
  • Remember contractions: "I'm", "she's", and "they're" show the same choices.
  • Look at the noun right after "there" or "here" to decide on singular vs plural.
  • Read the full sentence out loud; the correct verb of "to be" will sound natural.

Knowledge:

Choosing between "is", "am", and "are" seems simple, but daily speech includes subjects like groups, mixed names, and places that can make the choice less obvious. These sentences help you respond quickly and confidently.

Watch for signals such as "my friends" (plural) or "the weather" (singular). By focusing on the real subject of each statement, you will strengthen your instinct for matching subjects with the correct form of "to be".

Complete the Exercise

Paragraph 1

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I excited about the science fair; my teammates ready with their models, and our presentation on schedule.
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Paragraph 2

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The city streets crowded during festivals, but today the park quiet while we here early.
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Paragraph 3

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My brother and sister studying abroad, my father proud of them, and I planning to visit soon.
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Paragraph 4

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These documents on the desk, the printer out of paper, and you welcome to grab more from the cabinet.
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Paragraph 5

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Our language lessons every Monday, the tutor patient with questions, and we always curious.
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Paragraph 6

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Here the keys you needed, the spare card inside the envelope, and we ready to lock up.
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Paragraph 7

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The children on the playground, their teacher nearby, and the parents waiting by the gate.
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Paragraph 8

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My laptop and tablet fully charged, the meeting room reserved, and I set to present.
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Paragraph 9

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There several emails unanswered, the manager on a call, and the assistants handling walk-ins.
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Paragraph 10

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Your idea creative, the examples clear, and we ready to pitch them.
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Paragraph 11

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This coffee too hot, those muffins fresh, and I grateful for the break.
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Paragraph 12

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My neighbours away on holiday, their garden blooming, and we watering it for them.
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Paragraph 13

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The museum tickets sold out, but there a virtual tour available, and we interested in trying it.
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Paragraph 14

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She the lead singer, her bandmates supportive, and they rehearsing every evening.
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Paragraph 15

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I on the guest list, the seats reserved, and everyone excited for the show.
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