The Smart Owl character perched on a tree branch, reading from a book labeled 'Grammar Book', with a maroon sign next to him that reads 'The Grammar Lessons: Grammar Exercises'.

Welcome to Smart Owl’s Grammar Corner!

Spoken English is a powerful tool for connection, but we know it can sometimes feel a bit tricky. If you’ve ever hesitated before choosing between “do” or “does,” or wondered why a sentence just didn’t “sound” right, you’re in the right place.

Here at Easyspeak spoken English classes, we believe that grammar is simply the blueprint for clear communication. We aren’t here to memorize dusty textbooks—we are here to practice the patterns that help you express yourself with confidence in your personal and professional life.

How to use this page:

  • Keep it simple: Think of these exercises as quick “mini-drills” to sharpen your instincts.

  • Practice daily: Even five minutes of practice helps you build the habit of speaking clearly.

  • Stay curious: If a specific rule feels confusing, don’t worry! That’s exactly why the “Smart Owl” is here.

Ready to sharpen your skills? Let’s dive into our practice exercises below!

Practice Sentences: Don't/Doesn't

 

  1. He _______ like to receive feedback in person. (don’t/doesn’t)

  2. We _______ really have time to discuss this agenda today. (don’t/doesn’t)

  3. She _______ know the updated deadline for this project. (don’t/doesn’t)

  4. You _______ need to draft a long email; keep it short. (don’t/doesn’t)

  5. It _______ seem like the right time to launch that campaign. (don’t/doesn’t)

  6. They _______ always agree on the marketing strategy. (don’t/doesn’t)

  7. My manager _______ usually check emails on the weekend. (don’t/doesn’t)

  8. I _______ think this meeting requires everyone’s attendance. (don’t/doesn’t)

  9. The new software _______ work as fast as the old one. (don’t/doesn’t)

  10. We _______ expect a final decision until tomorrow. (don’t/doesn’t)

Practice Sentences: Stative Verbs (No 'ING')

 

  1. “I _______ the report you sent over earlier.” (understand / am understanding)

  2. “He _______ this brand because of their excellent service.” (loves / is loving)

  3. “We _______ that the meeting needs to be rescheduled.” (know / are knowing)

  4. “She _______ to be part of this project.” (wants / is wanting)

  5. “This software _______ more memory than the previous version.” (needs / is needing)

  6. “I _______ your help with the upcoming presentation.” (appreciate / am appreciating)

  7. “They _______ the strategy despite the initial risks.” (believe in / are believing in)

  8. “This document _______ to the client, not to us.” (belongs / is belonging)

  9. “He _______ that the proposal is sound.” (doubts / is doubting)

  10. “We _______ the effort you put into this task.” (recognize / are recognizing)

Smart Owl’s Quick Drill: Have or Has?

The Rule:

  • Use HAS for one person or thing (He/She/It/The bear).

  • Use HAVE for two or more, or for ‘I’ and ‘You’ (They/We/The bears)

Practice Task:

Read the sentences below and choose the correct word to complete them. Comment your answers below!

  1. My manager _______ gone to the branch office for a meeting.

  2. The team _______ decided to postpone the deadline.

  3. He _______ finished all his tasks for the day.

  4. They _______ already left for the airport.

  5. Our company _______ introduced a new policy this week.

  6. The two supervisors _______ agreed on the new schedule.

  7. She _______ been working on this project since Monday.

  8. We _______ completed the preliminary research.

  9. The client _______ requested a brief summary.

  10. The employees _______ organized the storage room.

 

Smart Owl Lessons: Mastering the Past Tense

In English, the tense of your verb tells your listener when the action happened.

  • Present Tense (Now): Used for habits, routines, or facts happening in the moment. (e.g., “I see the lion.”)

  • Past Tense (Yesterday): Used for actions that are already completed. (e.g., “I saw the lion yesterday.”)

The trick is to look for “time clues” in your sentences, such as today, usually, yesterday, or last week.

Practice Exercise: Present or Past?

Read each sentence and decide if the action is happening now (Present) or happened in the past (Past). Choose the correct verb from the options provided.

  1. Every morning, I _______ (go / went) to the well for water.

  2. Yesterday, I _______ (see / saw) the Lion King by the river.

  3. She usually _______ (goes / went) to the office by bus.

  4. Last week, the team _______ (goes / went) to a conference in Delhi.

  5. I _______ (see / saw) the beautiful sunrise this morning.

  6. Look! The deer _______ (goes / went) towards the forest.

  7. A few minutes ago, I _______ (see / saw) a strange animal near the well.

  8. They _______ (go / went) to the park every Sunday.

  9. He _______ (see / sees) the logic in your plan now.

  10. I _______ (see / saw) that movie last night, and it was great!

Practice Exercise: The Redundancy Buster

The Challenge: Read each sentence below. Some are correct, but some contain the redundant phrase “can able to.” Rewrite the incorrect sentences to make them clear and concise. If the sentence is already correct, write “Correct!”

  1. I can able to play the piano very well.

  2. She is able to finish the project by tomorrow.

  3. We can able to see the mountain from our balcony.

  4. He can speak three different languages.

  5. They can able to help us with the moving boxes.

  6. Are you able to hear the music from here?

  7. I can able to understand the grammar rule now.

  8. My sister can run faster than anyone in her class.

  9. We can able to go to the park this weekend.

  10. The chef is able to cook a delicious meal in minutes.

 

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