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What is the correct way to express negative phrases in the present simple tense?
What is the correct way to express negative phrases in the present simple tense?
- She do not works here.
- She does not work here. (correct)
- She does not works here.
- She no works here.
Which option correctly applies the grammar rule for the third-person singular?
Which option correctly applies the grammar rule for the third-person singular?
- He work in IT.
- It don't work here.
- They works in IT.
- She works in IT. (correct)
Identify the grammatically correct use of adverbs of frequency.
Identify the grammatically correct use of adverbs of frequency.
- I am late always.
- Always I am late.
- I am always late. (correct)
- I always am late.
How should the subject be included in English sentences?
How should the subject be included in English sentences?
Which sentence correctly uses the present simple tense for habitual actions?
Which sentence correctly uses the present simple tense for habitual actions?
Flashcards
Third Person Singular Verb Ending
Third Person Singular Verb Ending
In the present simple tense, add 's' or '-es' to the verb when the subject is third person singular (he, she, it, or singular nouns). Example: "He works in IT."
Negative Sentences in Present Simple
Negative Sentences in Present Simple
Use 'do not' or 'does not' to create negative sentences in the present simple tense. Example: "She does not work here."
Present Simple for Habits
Present Simple for Habits
Use the present simple tense to talk about regular habits or facts, not actions happening now. Example: "I go to the gym every day."
Adverb Placement
Adverb Placement
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Subject in English Sentences
Subject in English Sentences
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Study Notes
Common Present Simple Tense Mistakes by Spanish Speakers
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Third-Person Singular "s": Incorrectly add or omit the "-s" ending for third-person singular verbs (he, she, it). Example: "He work" is incorrect, "he works" is correct. Example: "They works" is incorrect, "They work" is correct.
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Negative Sentences: Use "do not" or "does not" instead of "no" in negative present simple sentences. Example: "She no works here" is incorrect, "She does not work here" is correct.
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Habitual Actions: Avoid using the present continuous tense for habitual actions. Use the present simple tense to describe routines or facts. Example: "I am going to the gym every day" is incorrect, "I go to the gym every day" is correct.
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Adverb Placement: Position adverbs of frequency (always, usually, sometimes, never) correctly. Place them before the main verb (except for "to be" verb). Example: "I always am late" is incorrect, "I am always late" is correct.
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Subject Omission: English requires a subject for nearly all statements—explicitly state the subject, except in imperative sentences. Example: "Is sunny today" is incorrect, "It is sunny today" is correct.
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