Present Continuous Tense

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Which of the following sentences correctly uses the present continuous tense to describe an action at the circus?

  • The lion tamer performed bravely.
  • The acrobat will perform a stunt.
  • The clown performs tricks.
  • The juggler is skillfully tossing balls. (correct)

In describing a scene at the circus, which sentence accurately uses the present continuous tense?

  • The audience laughed at the joke.
  • The vendor sold popcorn.
  • The band plays music every night.
  • The children are cheering loudly. (correct)

Which of the following actions represents what the tightrope walker is most likely doing right now, expressed in the present continuous tense?

  • The tightrope walker practiced every day.
  • The tightrope walker carefully balances on the rope.
  • The tightrope walker is maintaining focus. (correct)
  • The tightrope walker walked yesterday.

What sentence exemplifies an ongoing activity of the lion tamer at the circus, using the present continuous tense?

<p>The lion tamer is feeding the lions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes what could be happening inside the circus tent using the present continuous tense?

<p>The tent is shaking from the loud music. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you wanted to describe the juggler's current activity, which sentence would be most appropriate using the present continuous tense?

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Which sentence correctly uses the present continuous tense to describe what the unicyclist is doing?

<p>The unicyclist is riding the unicycle up a ramp. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences uses the present continuous tense to describe the clown’s actions?

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What activity, described in the present continuous tense, would you expect to see stagehands doing during a performance?

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Which of the following best describes the trapeze artists' present action using the present continuous tense?

<p>The trapeze artists are soaring through the air. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences appropriately uses the present continuous tense to describe an action by the acrobat?

<p>The acrobat is flipping through the air. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these describes something the elephants might be doing in the present continuous tense?

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Which sentence correctly uses the present continuous tense to describe the spotlight operator's action?

<p>The spotlight operator is adjusting the lights. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A vendor at the circus is most likely doing which of the following right now, described using the present continuous tense?

<p>The vendors are selling cotton candy. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

After the circus show, which of the following actions would we expect the cleaners to be doing, using the present continuous tense?

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Flashcards

Present continuous tense

Actions happening now or around the present time.

Forming present continuous

Present tense of 'to be' (am, is, are) + the present participle (verb + -ing)

The clown is...

Performing funny tricks for the audience.

The acrobat is...

Executing a complicated routine.

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The juggler is...

Skillfully tossing balls in the air.

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The tightrope walker is...

Carefully balancing on the rope.

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The unicyclist is...

Gracefully riding in circles.

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The ringmaster is...

Announcing the next act.

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The spotlight operator is...

Adjusting the lights.

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The clown is...

Throwing pies at his partner.

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The acrobat is...

Flipping through the air.

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The juggler is...

Catching the balls behind his back.

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The tightrope walker is...

Holding an umbrella for balance.

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The unicyclist is...

Showing great balance.

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The tent is...

Sheltering the audience from the rain.

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Study Notes

  • The present continuous tense describes actions happening now or around the present time.
  • It is formed using the present tense of the verb 'to be' (am, is, are) + the present participle (verb + -ing).

Circus Scenarios in Present Continuous

  • The circus is bustling with activity.
  • The clown is performing funny tricks for the audience.
  • The acrobat is executing a complicated routine.
  • The lion tamer is confidently stepping into the cage.
  • The juggler is skillfully tossing balls in the air.
  • He is skillfully juggling colorful clubs.
  • The tightrope walker is carefully balancing on the rope.
  • The unicyclist is gracefully riding in circles.
  • The audience is cheering loudly at the show.
  • The ringmaster is announcing the next act.
  • The stagehands are setting up the next act.
  • A vendor is selling popcorn to the crowd.
  • Circus animals are performing tricks in the center ring.
  • The band is playing music.
  • The children are laughing.
  • The spotlight operator is adjusting the lights.
  • The vendors are selling cotton candy and treats.
  • The elephants are parading around the ring.
  • The trapeze artists are soaring through the air.
  • The cleaners are sweeping up after the show.
  • The workmen are taking down the tent.

Circus Characters in Present Continuous

Clown

  • The clown is wearing a bright red nose.
  • He is throwing pies at his partner.
  • The clown is telling jokes.
  • He is driving a tiny car around the big ring.
  • The clown is making balloon animals for the children.

Acrobat

  • The acrobat is flipping through the air.
  • She is performing daring stunts high above.
  • The acrobat is landing gracefully on the mat.
  • He is balancing on his hands.
  • She is leaping from one platform to another.

Juggler

  • The juggler is catching the balls behind his back.
  • He is juggling with fire.
  • The juggler is juggling seven balls at once.
  • He is maintaining a perfect rhythm.
  • The juggler is adding more pins to his routine.

Tightrope Walker

  • The tightrope walker is holding an umbrella for balance.
  • He is walking backwards on the rope.
  • The tightrope walker is maintaining focus.
  • She is dancing on the tightrope.
  • The tightrope walker is completing a split on the rope.

Lion Tamer

  • The lion tamer is carrying a whip and a chair.
  • He is commanding the lions to sit.
  • The lion tamer is showing off his bravery.
  • She is training the lions to jump through hoops.
  • The lion tamer is feeding the lions.

Unicyclist

  • The unicyclist is weaving through cones.
  • He is riding the unicycle up a ramp.
  • The unicyclist is showing great balance.
  • She is juggling while riding the unicycle.
  • The unicyclist is navigating the ring with ease.

Circus Location in Present Continuous

Tent

  • The tent is sheltering the audience from the rain.
  • It is brightly lit with spotlights.
  • The tent is filled with anticipation.
  • The tent is shaking from the loud music.
  • The vendors are positioned around the tent.

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