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Anonymous Posted 16 years ago
Grammar

Two questions

Hi,

First question...

The picture consists of trees and flowers.

The verb consist should be singular, right, becuase of 'picture.'

Then how come I usually see:

What does IT consist of?

Isn't 'it' a singular subject, which requires a singular verb?

Second question...

Is it okay to say "She receieved lust from her boyfriend" ?

Thank you!!
  

Top answer

Hi, If you'll permit me to ask you, are you a native speaker? I can't decide. The English that you use to ask your questions suggests to me that you are, but the content of your questions suggests to me that you aren't.

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  • I can't decide.
  • The English that you use to ask your questions suggests to me that you are, but the content of your questions suggests to me that you aren't.
  • I don't usually have such trouble in deciding.
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Hi,

If you'll permit me to ask you, are you a native speaker? I can't decide. The English that you use to ask your questions suggests to me that you are, but the content of your questions suggests to me that you aren't. I don't usually have such trouble in deciding.
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Ah, thank you so much for your help! Oh, I am not a native speaker but I have regular conversations with native speakers to help improve my English. However, I don't nearly read and write as much in English so grammar is a little weak for me sometimes.
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Hi,

I see. Your English is very good.

Please feel free to ask any other questions as they arise.Emotion: smile

Clive
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