2b Present Tense Verbs

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    Pouvoir/tu

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This quiz titled '2B present tense verbs' focuses on testing the conjugation of key French verbs (vouloir, pouvoir, devoir) in present tense for different pronouns. It assesses understanding and application of French grammar, enhancing verb usage skills crucial for language proficiency.

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  • 2. 

    Pouvoir/je

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "peux" because "pouvoir" is a verb that means "to be able to" in English. When conjugated in the first person singular form, it becomes "je peux," which translates to "I can" or "I am able to." Therefore, "peux" is the correct conjugation of "pouvoir" for the subject pronoun "je."

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    Vouloir/tu

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "veux" because "vouloir" is a verb that means "to want" and it needs to be conjugated to match the subject "tu" which means "you" in the singular informal form. In this case, "tu veux" is the correct conjugation of "vouloir" for the subject "tu".

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    Devoir/nous

    Explanation
    The given correct answer "devons" is the conjugated form of the verb "devoir" in the first-person plural (nous) form. "Devoir" means "to have to" or "must" in English. Therefore, "devons" translates to "we must" or "we have to."

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    Devoir/vous

    Explanation
    The given correct answer "devez" is the second person plural form of the verb "devoir" in French. It is used to indicate an obligation or necessity. In this context, "devez" suggests that the subject (vous) is required or obligated to do something. Without further context, it is not possible to determine the specific meaning or usage of "devez" in a sentence.

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    Pouvoir/il

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "peut." In French, "peut" is the third-person singular form of the verb "pouvoir," which means "to be able to" or "can." This form is used when referring to a singular subject, such as "il" (he). Therefore, "peut" is the correct conjugation of "pouvoir" for the subject "il," indicating that he has the ability or power to do something.

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    Devoir/il

    Explanation
    The given answer "doit" is the correct conjugation of the verb "devoir" in the third person singular form. In French, "devoir" means "to have to" or "must." The verb "devoir" is irregular, so its conjugation does not follow the regular pattern. In this case, "doit" is the correct form of "devoir" when referring to a singular subject, such as "il" (he). Therefore, "doit" is the appropriate answer for the given question.

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    Vouloir/il

    Explanation
    The given correct answer "veut" is the third person singular form of the verb "vouloir" in French. It means "he/she wants" in English. This form is used when referring to a single person who is the subject of the sentence and wants something.

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  • 9. 

    Pouvoir/nous

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "pouvons." In French, "pouvoir" means "to be able to" or "can." When conjugated in the present tense for the pronoun "nous" (we), it becomes "pouvons." This form is used to express the ability or capability of a group of people to do something.

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  • 10. 

    Pouvoir/ils

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "peuvent." In French, "pouvoir" means "to be able to" or "can." When conjugated in the third person plural form, it becomes "peuvent." This form is used when referring to a group of people or "ils" in French. Therefore, "peuvent" is the correct conjugation of "pouvoir" for the subject "ils."

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  • 11. 

    Vouloir/ils

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "veulent" because "veulent" is the correct conjugation of the verb "vouloir" for the subject "ils" in French. The verb "vouloir" means "to want," and when conjugated for the subject "ils," it becomes "veulent."

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    Devoir/je

    Explanation
    The given correct answer "dois" is the first person singular form of the verb "devoir" in French. It is used when referring to oneself and means "I must" or "I have to." In this case, the verb is conjugated to match the subject "je" (I), resulting in "dois."

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  • 13. 

    Vouloir/je

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "veux." In French, "vouloir" means "to want," and when conjugated for the first person singular pronoun "je" (which means "I"), it becomes "je veux," meaning "I want." Therefore, "veux" is the correct conjugation of "vouloir" for the subject "je."

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    Devoir/ils

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "doivent" because it is the correct conjugation of the verb "devoir" for the subject "ils" which means "they" in English. "Doivent" is the third person plural form of the verb in the present tense.

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    Vouloir/vous

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "voulons" because it is the correct conjugation of the verb "vouloir" in the first person plural form. "Voulons" is used when referring to "we" in French.

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