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Water boils at ______ degrees Celsius.
Water boils at ______ degrees Celsius.
100
She ______ to the gym every day.
She ______ to the gym every day.
goes
The train ______ at 6 PM.
The train ______ at 6 PM.
leaves
He ______ in London.
He ______ in London.
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She is ______ a book right now.
She is ______ a book right now.
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The climate is ______ warmer.
The climate is ______ warmer.
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Study Notes
Present Simple Usage Rules
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General Facts: Used to express general truths or facts.
- Example: Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.
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Habitual Actions: Indicates regular or habitual actions.
- Example: She goes to the gym every day.
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Scheduled Events: Describes scheduled events, especially in timetables.
- Example: The train leaves at 6 PM.
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States and Conditions: Used for permanent situations or feelings.
- Example: He lives in London.
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Instructions and Directions: Often used in giving instructions.
- Example: First, add the flour.
Present Continuous Usage Rules
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Ongoing Actions: Indicates actions happening at the moment of speaking.
- Example: She is reading a book right now.
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Temporary Actions: Describes actions that are temporary or short-term.
- Example: He is staying with a friend this week.
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Future Plans: Used for planned future events.
- Example: We are meeting them tomorrow.
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Changing Situations: Indicates situations or trends that are changing.
- Example: The climate is getting warmer.
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Annoying Habits: Describes habits that are annoying to the speaker, often with "always."
- Example: She is always leaving her clothes on the floor.
Present Simple Usage Rules
- Used to express general truths or facts, such as scientific principles.
- Indicates habitual actions or regular occurrences in a person's routine.
- Describes scheduled events, frequently found in timetables or itineraries.
- Employed for permanent situations or long-lasting states and feelings.
- Commonly utilized in instructions and directions, clearly outlining steps to follow.
Present Continuous Usage Rules
- Indicates actions currently happening at the moment of speaking, showcasing immediacy.
- Describes temporary actions or situations that are not permanent.
- Used for planned future events, establishing intentions or arrangements.
- Reflects changing situations or ongoing trends, highlighting dynamics in conditions.
- Specifies annoying habits, often coupled with "always," to express irritation or frustration.
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Description
Test your knowledge on the usage rules of present simple and present continuous tenses. This quiz covers general facts, habitual actions, and ongoing situations, providing examples to illustrate each rule. Dive in to master these essential grammar concepts!
