(Originais Teachy 2024) - Questão Fácil de Inglês

In the world of English grammar, the verb 'to be' plays a foundational role, serving not only as a main verb but also as an auxiliary verb to form tenses and in negations and questions. Understanding its various forms and functions is crucial for building fluent and accurate English sentences. Consider the following excerpt from a famous speech: 'I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: 'We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.' Reflecting on this usage of 'to be,' answer the following questions: 1) How does the verb 'to be' contribute to the meaning and structure of the sentence 'We hold these truths to be self-evident'? 2) In what other ways can the verb 'to be' be employed in this context to express different meanings or nuances?