Prepositions of Place - English Grammar - Civil Service Review

Team Lyqa
24 Feb 201714:25

Summary

TLDRIn this video, the host introduces a series focusing on English grammar, particularly prepositions. Aimed at Filipino learners, the video addresses the common difficulties with English prepositions of place and time. The host provides examples and explanations to clarify the correct usage of prepositions like 'in,' 'on,' 'at,' and others. Viewers are encouraged to follow along with their workbook and complete exercises to reinforce learning. The host emphasizes the importance of practice and familiarity with prepositions to improve English proficiency. The video also invites viewers to subscribe for more educational content.

Takeaways

  • 📚 This video is part of a series focused on language and grammar, particularly for Filipinos whose first language isn't English.
  • 🕰️ Previous videos covered prepositions of time; this video will focus on prepositions of place.
  • 📖 The content is designed to help with exams similar to the civil service exam.
  • 📕 Viewers are encouraged to follow along with their workbook on page 49.
  • 📍 The video aims to explain prepositions of place such as in, on, at, by, through, and from.
  • 🔍 Examples are provided to clarify the correct use of these prepositions in different contexts.
  • 🏠 Common errors include confusing in with on, and at with in, especially in specific phrases like 'at home' or 'in the room.'
  • 📝 Exercises are included for practice, with an emphasis on understanding the correct usage through context.
  • 💡 Familiarity and practice with these prepositions are key to mastering them.
  • 👍 Viewers are encouraged to share the video and subscribe for more content, as well as reach out for a copy of the workbook.

Q & A

  • What is the main topic of this video?

    -The main topic of this video is the usage of prepositions of place in English grammar.

  • Why does the speaker think English prepositions are tricky for Filipinos?

    -The speaker thinks English prepositions are tricky for Filipinos because English is not their first language, and they might be more familiar with their native languages like Tagalog or other regional languages.

  • What type of prepositions does this video focus on?

    -This video focuses on prepositions of place.

  • What is an example of a preposition of place provided in the video?

    -An example of a preposition of place provided in the video is 'on,' as in 'on the table.'

  • How does the speaker explain the preposition 'in'?

    -The speaker explains the preposition 'in' as meaning inside something, such as 'in a bowl' or 'in a room.'

  • What example does the speaker use to explain the preposition 'on'?

    -The speaker uses the example 'on the table' to explain the preposition 'on,' indicating that something is on top of a surface.

  • What advice does the speaker give for remembering the use of prepositions?

    -The speaker advises to be familiar with the meaning of each preposition and to keep practicing with exercises to better understand their use.

  • What is the speaker's goal in this video?

    -The speaker's goal is to help viewers become familiar with the meanings of prepositions of place and how to use them correctly in sentences.

  • What is a specific practice activity mentioned in the video?

    -A specific practice activity mentioned is following along with exercises in a workbook on page 49, if the viewers have a copy of the book.

  • How does the speaker suggest using the workbook exercises?

    -The speaker suggests using the workbook exercises to practice identifying and correctly using prepositions of place by pausing the video and attempting the exercises.

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