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English Tip of the Day: 154 Might have done

By Kenneth Beare, About.com

Tip of the Day:

Might have done

Usage Tip

Use 'might' or 'could' plus the perfect form of the verb to express an opinion that you think had a good possibility of being true at the past point in time.

Example Sentences

She might have done her homework. I'm not sure.
They could have taken a different flight and that's why they aren't here.

Quiz of the Day - Adverb Usage Quiz:

Intermediate to advanced English learning quiz using a wide variety of adverbs to fill in the blanks to complete a short tale about someone who wanted to learn Russian.

Adverb Usage Quiz

English Worksheet of the Day - Adverbs of Frequency:

Reference guide to using adverbs of frequency such as 'always, usually, rarely and never'. This extensive guide includes exceptions, and an extensive list of uses for adverbs of frequency.

Adverbs of Frequency

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