WH Questions (Aula de inglês)

Summary

This video lesson provides a detailed explanation of English question words such as 'what', 'which', 'where', 'who', 'why', and 'whose'. The instructor breaks down when and how to use each one, clarifying common points of confusion, especially for Portuguese speakers. Examples are provided to illustrate the differences in usage, such as the distinction between 'what' for general questions and 'which' when offering choices. The video aims to help learners confidently ask and answer questions in English, offering practical tips and exercises to practice.

Takeaways

• 😀 The video explains the use of different English question words, starting with 'what' which is commonly used for general inquiries.
• 😀 'What' is versatile and can also be used to confirm something you did not understand, e.g., 'What did you say?'
• 😀 'Which' is used when giving a choice between options. For example, 'Which car do you prefer, red or blue?'
• 😀 'Where' is the equivalent of 'onde' in Portuguese, used to ask about location.
• 😀 'When' is used to ask about time, indicating when something will happen.
• 😀 The script highlights that 'Why' in English is used for asking reasons, while 'because' is used for answers.
• 😀 'Who' is used for asking about people, and the difference between 'who' as a subject or object is explained.
• 😀 'Whose' is used to inquire about ownership, e.g., 'Whose car is this?'
• 😀 'Whom' is often formal and used for asking about the object of a sentence (the person who receives the action).
• 😀 The script emphasizes the importance of practicing English regularly to effectively learn and retain information.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the video?

The video focuses on teaching the use of different question words in English, such as 'what', 'which', 'where', 'who', and 'why', explaining when and how to use each one appropriately.

What does the speaker mean by 'Watson' in the script?

The speaker is referring to the question word 'what'. 'Watson' is likely a miscommunication or typo, but the point is that 'what' is used to ask general questions, like 'What is your favorite restaurant?'

How is 'which' different from 'what'?

'Which' is used when there is a choice involved, such as in 'Which car do you prefer, the red one or the blue one?'. It implies that there are limited options, while 'what' can be used for any general question.

What does the speaker mean by 'when'?

'When' is used to ask about time, for instance, asking about when something will happen or when something happened.

How do 'why' and 'because' differ in English?

'Why' is used to ask questions (e.g., 'Why are you late?'), while 'because' is used in responses to explain reasons (e.g., 'I am late because I missed the bus').

How is 'who' used in questions?

'Who' is used to ask about a person or people. It can be used to inquire about someone's identity or role, such as 'Who is your favorite actor?'

Can you explain the difference between 'who' and 'whom'?

'Who' is used as the subject of a sentence, whereas 'whom' is used as the object. For example, 'Who is coming to the party?' vs. 'Whom did you invite to the party?'

What is the correct usage of 'whose' in questions?

'Whose' is used to ask about possession or ownership. For example, 'Whose book is this?' is asking about the owner of the book.

Why does the speaker mention the confusion between 'who' and 'whom'?

The speaker highlights that 'who' and 'whom' cause confusion for English learners, but in everyday language, 'who' is more commonly used, and learners can focus on using it without worrying too much about 'whom'.

What does the speaker suggest about practicing the use of these question words?

The speaker emphasizes the importance of practicing the question words through exercises and real-life use, stating that simply watching the video is not enough to learn them effectively.