Past Simple, Used to, Would: rules of usage
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About course
Past Simple, used to, and would – these three grammar structures are the real foundation for talking about the past. They may sound almost the same, but each one has its subtle meaning. That’s why native speakers switch between used to, would, and past simple with ease – and why English learners often mix them up.
This mini-course, designed for the intermediate level, will finally help you get a clear understanding of these forms – once and for all.
What’s inside?
- Clear explanations and visual tables: Past Simple vs used to vs would;
- Authentic texts with real-life examples of each structure;
- A guide on when and how to use each form;
- Practical exercises to reinforce what you have learned and check your progress right away.
No unnecessary theory – just the grammar that works in real conversations.
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Level: Intermediate
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60 minutes
- 1 lesson
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12 tasks
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Teacher's language: English
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Interactive exercises
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Audio
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Flashcards
Course program
1 LESSON
Reading
3 texts with real-life examples of Past Simple, used to, and would in context.
Exercises
10 exercises to help you practice the differences between the structures.
Tables
Clear and easy-to-use tables explaining how the forms differ.
Who is this course for
Intermediate-level students who want to talk about the past more accurately and confidently.
Anyone who is not sure of which grammar form to use when talking about childhood, habits, or memories in English.
Those who already know the Past Simple, but don’t understand the difference between used to and would.
What will you get after the course
You will finally understand the difference between used to, would, and Past Simple and you will have learnt to use them naturally in conversation.
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Level: Intermediate
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60 minutes
- 1 lesson
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12 tasks
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Teacher's language: English
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Interactive exercises
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Audio
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Flashcards
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