Learning English Grammar

Subject questions

Mar 18, 2025
Dive into the art of forming subject questions in English! Discover how to use key question words like 'what', 'which', and 'whose' effectively. The discussion highlights the differences between limited and unlimited choices. Test your skills with a fun quiz designed to deepen your understanding. Plus, get tips on pronunciation, especially the nuances between 'who's' and 'whose'. Perfect for anyone looking to sharpen their grammar game!
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ANECDOTE

David And Victoria Example

  • Rob asks the question "Who did David meet?" as an example of asking about an object.
  • He then gives the answer and shows Victoria is the object of the verb met.
ANECDOTE

White House Subject Question

  • Rob asks "Who lives in the White House?" to demonstrate a subject question example.
  • He explains the question asks who performs the verb and therefore needs no auxiliary.
ADVICE

Skip Auxiliaries In Subject Questions

  • Avoid using do, does or did in subject questions.
  • Form subject questions with the question word directly followed by the verb, e.g., Who lives.
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