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Ls 28. Need Present Tense

Lesson 28. Need Present Tense

singularplural
I need _______We need _____
You need ______You need _____
He needs _____

She needs _____

It needs _____
They need _____
The verb "need" requires an object or an infinitive after it:
  • I need some coffee
  • She needs a ride
  • We need to go home Need in the Present Tense - Negative
singularplural
I don’t need _____We don’t need ____
You don’t need ____You don’t need ____
He doesn’t need____

She doesn’t need ____

It doesn’t need ____
They don’t need ____
Remember: You must have an object or an infinitive after "need"
  • They don't need a new car ( The word "car" is a noun that functions as an object in this sentence)
  • She doesn't need to work tomorrow ("to work" is an infinitive)
  • This flash light doesn't need batteries (The word "need" is often used with things. It doesn't need batteries) The verb "need" is often used in question:
  • Is there something that you need?
  • What does he need to do today?
  • Do you need anything from the store?
  • Why do you need to work on Saturday?
  • Will I need to wear a jacket today?

Some examples for the use of need in questions

  • What do you need from the store?
  • I need some bread
  • Does he need to go to school today?
  • yes, he needs to go to school Practice What does he need? He needs a pencil Do you need any help? I don't need this Who needs more to eat? This flashlight needs batteries The students need books I don't need to go to work today When do they need to leave? My car needs an oil change.