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Forming Questions in English – WH Questions & Yes/No Questions

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Why Do We Ask Questions, Anyway?

Have you ever been stuck in a situation where you wanted to ask something… but didn’t know how to ask it in English?

Have you ever been stuck in a situation where you wanted to ask something… but didn’t know how to ask it in English?

Asking questions is one of the most important parts of speaking English. Whether you’re chatting with friends, ordering food, or attending an interview, questions help you understand and connect with others. But for many English learners, forming questions correctly feels confusing.

  • “Do I use ‘do’ or ‘does’?”
    “Can I say ‘What you are
  • doing?’ or is it ‘What are you doing?’”

In this blog, we’ll break it down for you step by step. You’ll learn the two main types of questions in English:

  • Yes/No Questions (which can be answered with a simple yes or no)
  • WH Questions (which ask for more details)

By the end, you’ll know how to form them, when to use them, and avoid common mistakes. All in simple English, with plenty of examples.

Let’s start unlocking the world of questions together!

Yes/No Questions – Structure & Simple Examples

Yes/No questions are questions that can be answered with just “Yes” or “No.” They’re super easy to use and are often the first type of questions beginners learn.

Structure:

[Helping Verb] + [Subject] + [Main Verb] + [Other Words]?

Let’s break it down:

Helping Verb Subject Main Verb Other Words Example Question
Do you like tea Do you like tea?
Is she coming today Is she coming today?
Can he swim well Can he swim well?

Common Helping Verbs used:

  • Do / Does / Did
  • Is / Are / Am / Was / Were
  • Can / Could
  • Will / Would
  • Have / Has / Had
  • Shall / Should
  • May / Might

Examples You Can Use:

  • Do you speak English?
  • Is it raining now?
  • Can I sit here?
  • Did you eat breakfast?
  • Have they finished the project?

These kinds of questions are perfect for small talk, asking for help, or checking information.

WH Questions – What, Where, Why & More

WH questions are used when you need more than just a “yes” or “no.” These questions ask for specific information like time, reason, place, people, and more.
They all start with question words like:

Structure:

[WH Word] + [Helping Verb] + [Subject] + [Main Verb] + [Other Words]?

Let’s break it down with a few examples:

  • What do you want?
  • Where are they going?
  • Why did she leave?
  • How can I help you?
WH questions help you sound more natural, curious, and polite when speaking English. Whether you’re talking to friends, colleagues, or strangers, asking the right WH question makes conversations smoother.

Tips for Forming Good Questions

Forming questions isn’t just about grammar; it’s also about being clear, natural, and polite. Here are some easy tips to help you improve:

1. Use Helping Verbs Correctly

Words like do, does, did, is, are, was, were, will, can help you frame correct questions.

  • Wrong: You like tea?
  • Correct: Do you like tea?

2. Keep it Simple

Don’t overthink your sentence. Stick to simple structures:

  • Where do you live?
  • What is your name?

3. Use a Friendly Tone

Your tone matters! Even in writing, try to sound polite:

  • Could you help me? (Better than “Help me!”)
  • May I ask you something?

4. Practice With Real Situations

Think of questions you ask daily—at a shop, with friends, or online. Practice those out loud.


5. Avoid Double Questions
Asking too many things at once can confuse the listener.

  • Wrong: What is your name and where do you live and what do you do?
  • Correct: What is your name? → Where do you live? → What do you do?

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Frequently Asked question?

WH Questions ask for specific information and begin with words like What, Where, When, Why, Who, How.


Yes/No Questions are answered with yes or no, like: Do you like tea?

These are helping verbs used to make the question grammatically correct.

  1. Do for I/you/we/they
  2. Does for he/she/it
  3. Did for past tense

Yes! That’s what Yes/No Questions are. For example:

  1. Is it raining?
  2. Have you eaten?

Use “did” for past tense questions:

  • Did you go to school yesterday?
  • Did she call you?
  1. Start by speaking out loud.
  2. Try using WH and Yes/No questions in daily life.
  3. Join a platform like English Partner where you can ask questions to real tutors and get instant feedback!

Yes! In fact, it makes your English better. Smiling, using hand gestures, and speaking with a soft tone helps people understand you more clearly.

Before You Go

Asking questions is one of the easiest ways to start speaking English. Whether it’s a simple “Are you okay?” or a curious “What are you doing?”, using WH and Yes/No questions helps you connect, understand, and communicate better. Just remember the patterns, keep practicing, and don’t be afraid to ask!

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WH Word What it asks for Example Question
What Thing or idea What is your name?
Where Place Where do you live?
When Time When is your birthday?
Who Person Who is your teacher?
Why Reason Why are you sad?
Which Choice between options Which colour do you like?
How Way or method How do you make tea?