GRAMMAR REVIEW! Question words (wh-words)
In English,
question words (also known as
WH-words) are used to ask questions and gather specific information. Here's a summary of the main question words:
Who - Asks about a person or people.
Example:
Who is coming to the party?
What - Asks about things, actions, or ideas.
Example:
What is your favorite food?
When - Asks about time.
Example:
When does the meeting start?
Where - Asks about place or location.
Example:
Where is the nearest hospital?
Why - Asks for a reason or explanation.
Example:
Why are you upset?
How - Asks about manner, process, or condition.
Example:
How do you make pasta?
Which - Asks to specify one or more items from a known set.
Example:
Which color do you prefer?
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