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• Nikita Masih

  • 6 posts
  Posted in the topic How can I avoid common errors in IELTS Writing Task 2? in the forum Off-Topic Discussions

  August 20, 2025 5:04 AM PDT

  Avoiding errors in IELTS Writing Task 2 involves careful attention to grammar, such as correctly using a plural noun to match subject-verb agreement. I work with my students to review their practice essays, focusing on noun forms and sentence structure to ensure clear, high-scoring responses.
• Nikita Masih

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  Posted in the topic How can plural nouns impact my IELTS or TOEFL scores? in the forum Off-Topic Discussions

  August 19, 2025 4:57 AM PDT

  Incorrect plural nouns can lower your grammar and coherence scores in IELTS or TOEFL writing and speaking tasks. Using the right form, like "data" (plural) versus "datum" (singular), is essential for academic English. As a tutor, I provide practice sentences and mock tests to help students use plural nouns correctly under exam conditions.
• Nikita Masih

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  Posted in the topic How are transitive verbs different from intransitive verbs? in the forum Off-Topic Discussions

  August 16, 2025 5:10 AM PDT

  Transitive verbs need a direct object to make sense, like "He wrote a letter" (wrote = transitive, a letter = object), while intransitive verbs don’t, like "She runs." I guide my students to test verbs in sentences: if the action transfers to something or someone, it’s transitive. Understanding this distinction is key for clear sentence construction.
• Nikita Masih

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  Posted in the topic How can I avoid mistakes with transitive verbs in my IELTS and TOEFL essays? in the forum Off-Topic Discussions

  August 14, 2025 1:56 AM PDT

  Mistakes with transitive verbs, like omitting the direct object (e.g., saying "She kicked" instead of "She kicked the ball"), can confuse readers. Regular TOEFL preparation online free exercises, such as sentence completion tasks, help you practice proper usage. I also recommend using an IELTS essay checker free tool to spot errors in verb-object agreement, which I review with my students to improve clarity.
• Nikita Masih

  • 6 posts
  Posted in the topic Why do I confuse action verbs with other types of verbs in English? in the forum Off-Topic Discussions

  August 8, 2025 4:47 AM PDT

  Confusing action verbs with linking verbs is common because both can appear similar in sentences. Linking verbs, such as "appear" or "feel," connect the subject to additional information rather than showing action. I help my students practice identifying linking verbs in context to improve grammar accuracy for TOEFL or everyday English.