Present Simple Third Person Singular

Start with the rules

The mind map Rules 3rd Person is a useful starting point for studying verb forms. It groups examples by ending: work becomes works, wash becomes washes, and study becomes studies. It also includes have and has. Use the examples to notice how the ending changes before moving on to sentence practice.

The Third Person mind map shows forms in complete sentences, including examples with goes, fixes, studies and watches. Comparing it with the rules map can help you connect each spelling pattern to a sentence.

Practice with flashcards and quizzes

The Third person singular flashcard deck gives choices such as eat or eats and do or does. It also shows completed sentences, including a question with does and a negative sentence with doesn't. Look at each choice before checking the sentence shown on the card.

Next, the Third person singular quiz gives sentences with blanks, including examples about going to bed, playing tennis and leaving school. The Add -s or -es quiz offers further practice with forms of use and do. Return to the rules map when you want to check an ending.

Connect forms and sentences

The Verb Conjugations notes place forms such as I study and she studies alongside one another. They offer another way to compare the verb used with different subjects. The homework flashcards list verbs including wash, watch, go and study, giving you more examples to consider alongside the mind maps.

In English language, this topic is part of the wider unit on present tenses. The resources here focus on third person singular forms within that unit. Choose a resource and follow the examples at your own pace.