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Anonymous Posted 16 years ago
Grammar

Until + present or perfect

Hi teachers.

Let's wait until the rain stops.
Let's wait until the rain has stopped.

If you accept both of the above, then why my teacher does not accept the below?

There's no point in trying to talk to your father until he simmers down.
There's no point in trying to talk to your father until he has simmered down.

I'm glad if you could help clear the dark cloud out of my mind.
Thank you.
  

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Anonymous If you accept both of the above, then why doesn't my teacher does not accept the sentences below? Strange question. You'll have to ask your teacher for his or her reason(s).

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AnonymousIf you accept both of the above, then why doesn't my teacher does not accept the sentences below?
Strange question. You'll have to ask your teacher for his or her reason(s).

I accept all four of your sentences