How to Study GRAMMAR
Elementary & Pre-Intermediate
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INTRODUCTION
What is Grammar? Why grammar matters
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Grammar is the set of rules
that govern the structure of
sentences in a language,
including syntax,
tense, number, etc.
Grammar is essential
for clear communication. Mastering grammar rules
helps you express
ideas correctly
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Subject Verb Object Order
English vs. Turkish
Basic Information | Introduction to Turkish. (n.d.). https://u.osu.edu/intrototurkish/basic-information/
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CREATING
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STUDY PLAN
SMART Goals:
Specific, Measurable,
Achievable,
Relevant,Time-bound.
Break down
long-term goals
into short- term
actionable steps.
Setting Goals
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Time Management
Use a planner or digital calendar to schedule study sessions.
Allocate time for breaks and relaxation to avoid burnout.
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Strategy 1: Speak EnglishEvery Day
-Integrate English into your daily conversations.
Whether with friends, family,or even yourself, speaking in English will naturally reinforce grammar structures.
Practical Tips:
-Talk about your daily routine:“I wake up at 7 a.m. every day.”
-Describe activities in the present continuous: “I am reading a book right now.”
-Use conditionals for future plans: “If I go to the store later, I’ll buy some fruit.”
Tip: Try to speak for at least 10 minutes everyday in English. It doesn’t matter if you're talking to yourself or a friend.
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Strategy 2:
Write a Daily Journal in English
-Encourage yourself to keep a daily journal or diary in English, focusing on using proper grammar while writing about your day.
Practical Tips:
-Write about your day: “I went to the park today. The weather was sunny.” Use past tenses to describe yesterday: “Yesterday, I visited a friend’s house.”
-Challenge yourself to use new grammar structures (e.g., modals, conditionals, etc.).
-Write at least 5 sentences each day. Try to use a different grammar point every week. You can use Grammarly.com to check your writings.
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Strategy 3:
Watch English Media and Take Notes
-Watching English media exposes learners to authentic language use. Focus on how native speakers use grammar in real contexts.
Practical Tips:
-Watch a TV show or movie with subtitles. Pause and analyze the grammar in each sentence. Pay attention to verb tenses, modals, and conditionals used in conversation.
-Write down interesting phrases or new grammar patterns you notice.
-Choose media related to your interests—whether it’s a documentary, a movie, or a YouTubetutorial
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Strategy 4:
Use Language Learning Apps
These apps offer exercises and activities to reinforce grammar points in an interactive way. Practical Tips:
Use apps like Quizlet, Babbel, Memrise or Grammarly to practice grammar exercises daily.
Focus on specific grammar skills each day, like verb conjugation, articles, or prepositions.
Tip: Set a daily reminder to practice grammar for 10 minutes each day on an app.
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Strategy 5:
Review Your Grammar Mistakes
-Reviewing mistakes helps learners recognize patterns and improve their grammar accuracy.
Practical Tips:
-Keep track of common mistakes (e.g., subject-verb agreement, wrong tense) and correct them. Aska teacher, tutor,or language partner to point out errors and help explain them.
-Practice correcting your mistakes by rewriting sentences with the correct grammar.
Tip: Each week, review your grammar errors and make a listof the onesyou struggle with the most. Focus on improving those areas.
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Tenses and Verb Forms
Word Order
Articles and Determiners
Prepositions
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Common Problem Areas
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1.Tenses
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Verb Forms
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2.Word Order
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3.Articles and Determiners
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4. Prepositions
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Remember!
Language skills—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—are deeply connected and support each other.
For example, reading improves vocabulary, which helps with writing and speaking.
Listening enhances pronunciation and understanding, which supports speaking.
Practicing one skill often strengthens the others, making language learning more natural and effective.
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Remember!
Grammar
connects all language skills, making listening, speaking, reading, and writing work together seamlessly!
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The Importance of Mastering Grammar at Beginner Levels for Language Exam
·Grammar is tested in all major language exams like
IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, YDS, and YÖK-DİL etc.;
therefore,
mastering grammar at the A1-A2 level is essential to build a strong foundation for higher proficiency.
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Resources
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Good luck !
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