This chapter will teach you how to use Does and Do in basic present tense interrogative statements. Here, we'll go over how to construct simple present tense question sentences using the do or does construction, with examples of each variety. Practice exercise is provided for students to assess themselves after the chapter. Do and does are the basic interrogative words used for the formation of interrogative statements in the simple present tense.
Simple Present Tense Do and Does.
In the Simple Present Tense, A Statement Beginning with "Do" or "Does" Asks a Question.
Use of Do:
Do (present simple) is used with the subject and the main verb to create the question form for the majority of main verbs.
Example:
Do you enjoy rugby?
Do you still meet your friends?
Do they avoid you?
Do children like sweets?
Use of Does:
In the same way that you would use "goes," you use "does" when referring to the singular third person, which includes he, she, it, the name of any person, etc.
Example:
Does Jane work out daily?
Does Jack really admire you?
Does he not earn?
Types of Interrogative Questions
1. Choice (choosing) Interrogative Questions-
These interrogative phrases can be used to learn more about a person's preferences and likes and dislikes.
Examples:
Do you prefer tea or coffee?
What is your favourite subject?
Which city do you want to visit?
For breakfast, what does Jenny want?
2. Yes or No Interrogative Questions-
As the name implies, only yes or no responses can be provided in response to this kind of interrogative statement. Most questions that begin with "do" or "does" receive a "yes" or "no" response.
Examples:
Did you see this movie?
Have you ever been abroad?
Have you seen my book?
Will you accompany me to the concert?
Do hens typically fly?
3. ‘Wh’ Interrogative Questions-
In this type, the interrogative questions start with words beginning with the letter “wh” which are "who," "what," "where," "when," "why", “whose” or “whom” and “how”.
Examples:
Why are you here?
What are your plans for the weekend?
When will the class start?
How do you manage all this work alone?
Whom did you see yesterday?
Whose shoes are these?
Where have you been?
Why do you have eleven zippers on your coat?
Examples of Converting from Assertion to Questions.
I arrive at class on time.
Am I on time for school?
You frequent the library daily.
Do you frequent the library daily?
In St. Peter's school, Rama reads.
In St. Peter's school, does Rama read?
These youngsters adore chocolate.
Do the youngsters here enjoy chocolate?
Cricket is played well in India.
Are Indian cricketers good?
India largely loses against Australia in the game.
Does India primarily lose the game to Australia?
Points to Remember
Use an auxiliary verb, a modal verb, or a capital-letter-only question word to begin the interrogative sentence.
Put a question mark at the end of the interrogative statement. This is also how one can recognise an interrogative statement for the first time.
A declarative sentence's structure is slightly inverted for an interrogative statement.
Auxiliary Verb, Main Verb, Or Modal Verb + Subject + Main Verb
This applies if there are multiple verbs in the sentence) + remainder of the sentence is how an interrogative sentence is structured.
Difficult Word Meanings
Summary
We use the present simple when expressing an interrogative question about a situation that happens frequently, repeatedly, or always. Do is followed by the subject and the verb's base form when the present simple is used in an interrogative manner (the sentence ends with a question mark). The word does is used in the third person singular. A question-posing sentence is referred to as an interrogative sentence. Yes/no interrogatives, alternative questions, tag questions, and direct or indirect interrogative sentences can all be used in interrogative sentences. Interrogative pronouns are frequently used at the beginning and end of interrogative statements. We use interrogative sentences frequently in our interpersonal communication. They are the means by which we solicit feedback from others and invite them to express their opinions. We can obtain the necessary information by using interrogative words.
Practice Questions
Use Do or Does to change the following statements into questions.
At Diwali, we eat sweets.
I resemble my dad.
Mr Das accelerates the vehicle quickly.
I need to assist you.
The government provides for its citizens.
Answers:
Do we eat sweets at Diwali?
Do I resemble my father?
Does Mr Das drive his car quickly?
Do you need me to assist you?
Does the government provide for its citizens?
Change from affirmative to interrogative.
He has a brand-new vehicle.
Every week, they enjoy dancing together.
I would advise you to adopt a new way of life.
In the morning, Ann completes her homework.
Good music is always played by Radiohead.
I consume all food prepared by my relatives.
Jane works in the same office as her brothers.
The firefighter enjoys his risky work.
The store shuts down at 5:00 p.m.
People from every nation are influenced by Socrates' ideas.
She adores her lover dearly.
Socialism has a significant impact on society.
Everyone appreciates a fun party.
I put in a lot of effort on the weekends to improve as a professional.
They pay their grandmother frequent visits.
Answers
Does he own a brand-new vehicle?
Do they enjoy dancing with one another every week?
Would you like me to suggest a new way of living to you?
Do Ann's assignments come in the morning?
Is fantastic music always played by Radiohead?
Do I consume every meal that my family prepares?
Does Jane collaborate with her brothers at work?
Does the firefighter enjoy the risks of his work?
Is the store open until five o'clock?
Do individuals in every nation share Socrates' ideas?
Does she have a strong love for her boyfriend?
Does Socialism have a significant impact on society?
Is a nice party something that everyone enjoys?
Do I put in extra effort during the weekends to become a great professional?
Do they frequently see their grandmother?
Importance of Learning Simple Present Tense Interrogative Sentences
When we need to ask questions, we use different types of sentences and a simple
present tense interrogative sentence is one such kind of sentence.
Children need to learn various ways to ask questions in order to explore the world around them and also learn about different things. With the knowledge of simple present tense interrogative kids gain the power to ask intelligibly and exchange information.
To talk with their peers, kids mostly use simple present tense, hence learning about simple present tense interrogatives makes it easy for them to interact with their peers at school.
Simple present tense interrogatives are part of some of the basic rules of English grammar and mastering this concept would build a strong foundation for spoken or written English for young minds.
Simple Present Tense Interrogative Sentences Examples
The chapter on simple present tense interrogatives has different kinds of exercises
for kids to get the concept crystal clear. Some of the exercises are as follows:
Convert the sentences listed below into questioning sentences:
I look like my mother.
You need some help.
My father drives his car very fast.
You want to go to the movies.
Write the correct form of verb from the bracket in the blanks and then write these sentences in their interrogative forms:
John and Mary ____ at the disco. (dance)
She ____ after falling. (cry)
Yesterday I ____ dishes. (clean)
You ____ to the temples the day before yesterday. (go)
Form the following sentences correctly by combining the words from all the columns and adding "do" or "does" to them to form simple present tense interrogative sentences:
Some Facts About Simple Present Tense Interrogative
The structure of simple present tense interrogative is as follows: “do or does” + subject + present tense form of a verb + …… For example “do you like dancing?”
The sentence without an interrogative is called an assertive sentence which is changed to interrogative by adding "do" or "does". For example, "I get up in the morning" is an assertive sentence, and "do I get up in the morning?" is an interrogative form of the same sentence.
The simple present tense interrogative negative sentences formula is as follows: helping verb i.e. do or does + subject + not + first form of the verb + object. A few simple present tense interrogative negative sentences examples are
Does she dance? -> Does she not dance?
Do they play volleyball? -> Do they not play volleyball?
Important Topics of Present Tense Interrogative for Class 3
Learn the difference between "do" and "does" in a simple present tense interrogative tense.
Go through various examples of sentences where do and does are used to turn an affirmative sentence into a questioning sentence.
Complete Exercises on modifying affirmative sentences into questioning sentences.
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FAQs on English Grammar Class 3 Present Tense Interrogative - PDF
1. What is an interrogative sentence in the simple present tense?
An interrogative sentence in the simple present tense is a type of sentence that asks a question about an action or situation that happens regularly, repeatedly, or is generally true. These questions often begin with the helping verbs 'Do' or 'Does' and always end with a question mark (?).
2. When should a student use 'Do' versus 'Does' to form a question in Class 3 English grammar?
As per the CBSE syllabus for Class 3, the rule is simple:
- Use 'Do' with the subjects I, you, we, they, and other plural nouns (e.g., children, dogs). For example: "Do you like ice cream?"
- Use 'Does' with the subjects he, she, it, and other singular nouns (e.g., Rohan, the cat). For example: "Does he play football?"
3. What is the correct structure for forming an interrogative sentence in the simple present tense?
To form a question in the simple present tense, you should follow this structure:
Do/Does + Subject + Base form of the verb + Remainder of the sentence + ?
For example, to change the statement "She reads a book," you would ask, "Does she read a book?" Notice that the verb 'reads' changes back to its base form 'read'.
4. Can you provide examples of how to change a simple statement into a question?
Certainly. Here are some examples of converting an assertive sentence (a statement) into an interrogative one:
- Statement: They play in the park.
Question: Do they play in the park? - Statement: He finishes his homework on time.
Question: Does he finish his homework on time? - Statement: We eat dinner at 8 PM.
Question: Do we eat dinner at 8 PM?
5. Why is it important for a Class 3 student to learn how to form questions correctly?
Learning to form questions correctly is a crucial skill for a Class 3 student for several reasons:
- Communication: It helps them interact effectively with friends and teachers to exchange information.
- Curiosity: It gives them the tool to ask about the world around them and satisfy their curiosity.
- Grammar Foundation: Mastering this basic rule of English grammar builds a strong foundation for constructing more complex sentences later on.
6. How do you form a negative question in the simple present tense?
To form a negative interrogative sentence, you add the word 'not' after the subject. The structure is:
Do/Does + Subject + not + Base form of the verb + ?
- Example: "Does she like spinach?" becomes "Does she not like spinach?"
- Example: "Do they go to school?" becomes "Do they not go to school?"
This type of question is often used to confirm information you think is true.
7. What is the difference between questions that start with 'Is/Are' and those that start with 'Do/Does'?
This is an important distinction. We use 'Is' or 'Are' (the 'be' verb) to ask about a state of being, a quality, or an identity. We use 'Do' or 'Does' to ask about an action.
- State of Being: "Is he a doctor?" (asks about his profession, not an action)
- Action: "Does he help patients?" (asks about the action of helping)
- Quality: "Are you happy?" (asks about a feeling)
- Action: "Do you feel happy?" (asks about the action of feeling)
