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Which of the following sentences correctly uses the present continuous tense to describe an action at the circus?
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?
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?
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?
What sentence exemplifies an ongoing activity of the lion tamer at the circus, using the present continuous tense?
Which of the following describes what could be happening inside the circus tent using the present continuous tense?
Which of the following describes what could be happening inside the circus tent using the present continuous tense?
If you wanted to describe the juggler's current activity, which sentence would be most appropriate using the present continuous tense?
If you wanted to describe the juggler's current activity, which sentence would be most appropriate using the present continuous tense?
Which sentence correctly uses the present continuous tense to describe what the unicyclist is doing?
Which sentence correctly uses the present continuous tense to describe what the unicyclist is doing?
Which of the following sentences uses the present continuous tense to describe the clown’s actions?
Which of the following sentences uses the present continuous tense to describe the clown’s actions?
What activity, described in the present continuous tense, would you expect to see stagehands doing during a performance?
What activity, described in the present continuous tense, would you expect to see stagehands doing during a performance?
Which of the following best describes the trapeze artists' present action using the present continuous tense?
Which of the following best describes the trapeze artists' present action using the present continuous tense?
Which of the following sentences appropriately uses the present continuous tense to describe an action by the acrobat?
Which of the following sentences appropriately uses the present continuous tense to describe an action by the acrobat?
Which of these describes something the elephants might be doing in the present continuous tense?
Which of these describes something the elephants might be doing in the present continuous tense?
Which sentence correctly uses the present continuous tense to describe the spotlight operator's action?
Which sentence correctly uses the present continuous tense to describe the spotlight operator's action?
A vendor at the circus is most likely doing which of the following right now, described using the present continuous tense?
A vendor at the circus is most likely doing which of the following right now, described using the present continuous tense?
After the circus show, which of the following actions would we expect the cleaners to be doing, using the present continuous tense?
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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Present continuous tense
Present continuous tense
Actions happening now or around the present time.
Forming present continuous
Forming present continuous
Present tense of 'to be' (am, is, are) + the present participle (verb + -ing)
The clown is...
The clown is...
Performing funny tricks for the audience.
The acrobat is...
The acrobat is...
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The juggler is...
The juggler is...
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The tightrope walker is...
The tightrope walker is...
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The unicyclist is...
The unicyclist is...
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The ringmaster is...
The ringmaster is...
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The spotlight operator is...
The spotlight operator is...
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The clown is...
The clown is...
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The acrobat is...
The acrobat is...
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The juggler is...
The juggler is...
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The tightrope walker is...
The tightrope walker is...
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The unicyclist is...
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The tent is...
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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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