why is 'moi et toi avons compris' incorrect

Loralane G.C1Kwiziq community member

why is 'moi et toi avons compris' incorrect

when tested on a multiple quiz the selections were 'Moi et toi avons compris la même chose.' or Toi et moi avons compris la même chose.' I chose Moi et toi and was incorrect.

This question relates to:French lesson "Bien, mal, mieux, moins, peu (Irregular French Adverbs)"

Asked 5 years ago

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CécileNative French expert teacher in KwiziqCorrect answer

Hi Lori,

I expect this is just a question of convention as in English you wouldn't put yourself first...

Like35 years ago

Kristine S.A2Kwiziq community member

respectfully, put moi after another noun or pronoun

Like010 months ago

Loralane G. asked:

why is 'moi et toi avons compris' incorrect

when tested on a multiple quiz the selections were 'Moi et toi avons compris la même chose.' or Toi et moi avons compris la même chose.' I chose Moi et toi and was incorrect.

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