Using Have, Be, and Do

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CECR: A2
Grammar Basics

Using Have, Be, and Do



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In English, we use 'have' to show possession. For example, I have a book. We use 'be' to describe a state or condition. For instance, she is happy. Finally, we use 'do' to form questions and negatives. For example, do you like pizza? I do not like broccoli. These verbs are essential for everyday communication.

Objectifs pédagogiques

  • Utiliser 'have' pour exprimer la possession.
  • Poser des questions avec 'do'.
  • Décrire des états avec 'be'.

🎯 Votre mission

À la fin de ce cours, vous réutiliserez ces compétences dans une situation réaliste :

  • Ask about someone's pet.
  • Describe your pet.
  • Share what you like to do.

🔑 Langage clé

  • I have a car. I have a car.
  • She is a teacher. She is a teacher.
  • Do you like coffee? Do you like coffee?
  • I do not understand. I do not understand.
  • They are friends. They are friends.

⚙️ Règles

🟣 Using 'Have' for Possession

Règle :
We use 'have' to show possession. For example, 'I have a bike.' This means that the bike belongs to me.

Exemples :

  • I have a dog.
  • They have a new house.
Erreur fréquente + correction :

  • I has a car. → I have a car. (Correction of the verb form)
  • She have a cat. → She has a cat. (Correction of the verb form)
Vérifiez votre compréhension
Which sentence is correct?

Utilisez la langue
Complete: They ___ a garden.

🟣 Using 'Be' for Description

Règle :
We use 'be' to describe a state or condition. For example, 'He is tall.' This tells us about his height.

Exemples :

  • She is happy.
  • They are tired.
Erreur fréquente + correction :

  • He are a student. → He is a student. (Correction of the verb form)
  • We is friends. → We are friends. (Correction of the verb form)
Vérifiez votre compréhension
Which sentence is correct?

Utilisez la langue
Complete: They ___ happy.

🟣 Using 'Do' for Questions

Règle :
We use 'do' to form questions and negatives. For example, 'Do you like ice cream?' This asks if you like it.

Exemples :

  • Do you want to play?
  • I do not like spinach.
Erreur fréquente + correction :

  • Do he like pizza? → Does he like pizza? (Correction of the verb form)
  • I do not likes it. → I do not like it. (Correction of the verb form)
Vérifiez votre compréhension
Which sentence is correct?

Utilisez la langue
Complete: I ___ not understand.

🟣 Combining 'Have', 'Be', and 'Do'

Règle :
We can use 'have', 'be', and 'do' in the same conversation. For example, 'I have a dog. He is friendly. Do you like dogs?' This shows possession, description, and a question.

Exemples :

  • I have a car. It is fast. Do you want to ride?
  • She is a teacher. Do you have questions?
Erreur fréquente + correction :

  • I have a cat. It is cute. Do you likes cats? → I have a cat. It is cute. Do you like cats? (Correction of the verb form)
  • They is happy. Do you have a pet? → They are happy. Do you have a pet? (Correction of the verb form)
Vérifiez votre compréhension
Which sentence is correct?

Utilisez la langue
Complete: She ___ a cat. It ___ cute. Do you ___ pets?

✍️ Vocabulaire

haveTo possess or own something..
I have a bicycle.
Répétez : I have a bicycle.
Défi rapide : Say a sentence using 'have'.
beTo exist or to be in a certain state..
They are happy.
Répétez : They are happy.
Défi rapide : Say a sentence using 'be'.
doTo perform an action or to make a question..
Do you like apples?
Répétez : Do you like apples?
Défi rapide : Ask a question using 'do'.
friendA person you know well and like..
She is my friend.
Répétez : She is my friend.
Défi rapide : Say a sentence about your friend.
happyFeeling or showing pleasure..
He is happy today.
Répétez : He is happy today.
Défi rapide : Describe how you feel today.

🧠 Flashcards interactives

Choisissez la bonne réponse, écoutez le modèle, puis répétez à voix haute.

Chargement des flashcards interactives…

🌍 Compréhension globale

What does 'have' express?

Which sentence uses 'do' correctly?

Complete: They ___ friends.

✍️ Analyse écrite IA

CECR : A2Longueur : 3-5 phrases

Consigne : Write about your best friend.

Say who they are and what they like.

Critères de réussite : Use 'have', 'be', and 'do' correctly.

Vocabulaire cible

  • have
  • be
  • do
  • friend
  • like
Point de grammaire

  • verb forms
  • subject-verb agreement

🧩 Pratique guidée

Mini-dialogue :
A: Do you have a pet? B: Yes, I have a dog. A: Is it friendly? B: Yes, he is very friendly. A: Do you take him to the park? B: Yes, I do!

Pourquoi c’est utile :
Using 'have', 'be', and 'do' helps you communicate about your life and ask questions.

Expressions utiles :
Use 'have' for possession, 'be' for description, and 'do' for questions.

Complete: I ___ a cat.
Which sentence is correct?

Complete: Do you ___ to play?

🎙️ Analyse orale IA

CECR : A2Objectif oral : 3-5 phrases

Tâche orale : Describe your family.

Use 'have', 'be', and 'do' in your sentences.

Critères de réussite : Use the verbs correctly.

Vocabulaire cible

  • have
  • be
  • do
  • family
  • like
Point de grammaire

  • verb forms
  • subject-verb agreement

🚀 Défi rapide

Écoutez le modèle, répétez à voix haute, puis recommencez pour améliorer votre score.

EASYSay a sentence using 'have'.
Modèle : I have a bike.
Correct use of 'have'.
MEDIUMDescribe someone using 'be'.
Modèle : She is a teacher.
Correct use of 'be'.
HARDAsk a question using 'do'.
Modèle : Do you like ice cream?
Correct use of 'do'.

🚀 Vous êtes prêt !

Vous allez maintenant réutiliser ce que vous venez d’apprendre dans une conversation réelle.

Essayez d’utiliser le vocabulaire, les structures et les expressions clés du cours.

Mission de conversation IA

Situation

You are talking about your family and pets.

Votre mission
  • Ask about someone's pet.
  • Describe your pet.
  • Share what you like to do.
Éléments à réutiliser
Using 'have' for possession.Using 'be' for description.Using 'do' for questions.
Conseil de communication

Use clear sentences.