Alex Hobert
Many educators wonder whether time spent as a substitute teacher counts toward their official years of service. This question matters because those years affect salary increases, retirement benefits, promotions, and tenure eligibility. The answer isn’t always simple. Substitute teaching can mean anything from short, day-to-day jobs to long-term positions lasting several months. Whether your work … Read more
Many English learners — and even native speakers — often get confused about when to use “anybody” and “anyone.” At first, both seem identical since they refer to any person, but there are slight differences in tone, formality, and usage that matter in everyday communication. Both words are indefinite pronouns, meaning they don’t refer to … Read more
Learning how to use “would” is an important step for anyone beginning to study English grammar. The word “would” is a modal verb that helps us talk about polite requests, preferences, and imaginary situations. For example, we say “I would like some coffee” to sound polite or “If I had a car, I would drive … Read more
Are teachers allowed to cuss in school? It’s a question that sparks debates among parents, students, and teachers alike. Some say teachers are only human and might slip up occasionally. Others believe teachers should always model proper behavior. The truth is, teachers are generally not allowed to use profanity — especially in front of students. … Read more
Understanding when to use have been and has been is a small grammar problem that makes a big difference in clear English grammar. This guide explains the meaning, rules, examples, exercises, and a handy comparison chart — all written simply so you can use these forms confidently in speaking and writing. Quick Overview: What do … Read more
Welcome to English Vocabulary Quiz Part-4, your next step in mastering essential English words starting with D and E! If you enjoyed the previous parts, you’ll love this quiz — each question includes the meaning, example, and multiple-choice exercise to test your understanding. After practicing the test you may practice also the English Vocabulary Quiz … Read more
Welcome to English Vocabulary Quiz Part-2, a fun and educational way to expand your English knowledge! In this quiz, you’ll explore 10 useful English words starting with the letters A to C, including their meanings, examples, and multiple-choice questions to test your understanding. After giving the test, you may also practice the English vocabulary quiz … Read more
Welcome to English Vocabulary Quiz Part-1, your gateway to mastering essential English words! Whether you’re a student, a professional, or simply passionate about improving your English fluency, this quiz is designed to test and expand your word knowledge. Each question comes with definitions and example sentences to help you understand how the word is used … Read more
If you’ve ever been confused about when to use “is” and when to use “has been,” you’re definitely not alone. These two forms of the verb “to be” are often confused because they both describe states or actions related to time, but in different ways. The word “is” is used in the present simple tense, … Read more
If you’ve ever felt confused about when to use is and when to use has been, you’re not alone. These two forms of the verb to be are common in English, but they serve different purposes. The quick answer: Is describes a state or action happening right now. Has been describes something that started in … Read more