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What is the process to form the present participle of a verb?
When are present participles commonly used?
Which of the following verbs would form a correct present participle?
What is the correct present participle form of the verb 'swim'?
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Which of these does NOT follow the pattern of forming a present participle?
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Study Notes
Present Participle Formation
- Add "-ing" to the base form of most verbs (e.g., walk + -ing = walking).
- For verbs ending in a single vowel + a single consonant, double the final consonant before adding "-ing" (e.g., swim + -ing = swimming).
- For verbs ending in -e, drop the -e before adding "-ing" (e.g., write + -ing = writing).
Present Participle Usage
- Forms continuous verb tenses (e.g., I am walking).
- Creates participial adjectives (e.g., a running stream).
- Part of verb phrases in various tenses (e.g., I have been waiting).
Correct Present Participle Examples
- (This section requires the list of verbs omitted from the prompt to provide examples).
"Swim" Present Participle
- The correct present participle of "swim" is "swimming".
Irregular Present Participle Formation
- (This section requires the list of options to identify the verb that does not follow the standard "-ing" rule).
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Description
Test your knowledge on the formation and usage of present participles in English. This quiz covers key aspects, including the rules for creating present participles and examples of common verbs. Challenge yourself to identify correct forms and patterns.
