Final answer:
The sentences provided contained incorrect uses of stative verbs. Stative verbs describe states of being and are not typically used in the continuous form. The corrected sentences include 'don't believe,' 'need,' 'don't know,' 'don't want,' 'hate,' and 'see,' all of which should not be used in the continuous tense in the given context.
Step-by-step explanation:
The errors in the sentences provided are all related to the use of stative verbs, which describe states of being rather than actions and generally do not use the continuous (progressive) form. Here are the corrected sentences with explanations and the use of short forms where appropriate:
- I don't believe Zoe lost my favourite jacket. (The stative verb 'believe' is not commonly used in the continuous form.)
- Does she really need another new handbag? (The verb 'need' is a stative verb and is not typically used in the continuous form.)
- Are these flowers for me? Oh, Jack! I don't know what to say! ('Know' is a stative verb and should not be in the continuous form.)
- I don't want to wear a suit. I hate formal clothes. ('Want' is another stative verb that is typically not used in the continuous form.)
- Laura doesn't hate Maths; she just finds it difficult. (The use of 'isn't hating' is incorrect because 'hate' is a stative verb.)
- Do you see the bracelet with the three diamonds? That's the one I want. ('See' is a stative verb and is not commonly used in the continuous form.)