Present Simple in English

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What is the main use of the Present Simple tense?

  • To describe past events
  • To discuss hypothetical situations
  • To talk about habits and facts (correct)
  • To express uncertainty

Which of the following is the correct structure for a negative Present Simple sentence?

  • Subject + has + not + infinitive
  • Subject + infinitive
  • Subject + do/does + not + infinitive (correct)
  • Do/Does + subject + not + infinitive

Identify the correct interrogative form in Present Simple.

  • Subject + does + infinitive
  • Do + subject + infinitive (correct)
  • Does + infinitive + subject
  • Subject + do + infinitive

Which sentence correctly uses the Present Simple tense for a daily routine?

<p>She drives to work every day. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which situation is Present Simple commonly applied?

<p>To talk about future intentions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Present Simple Overview

  • Utilized to express habits, facts, and regular occurrences.
  • Describes situations that are always true or universally valid.
  • Employed for discussing current events, particularly daily routines and activities.
  • Commonly indicates future plans and arrangements.

Structure of Present Simple Tense

  • Affirmative Sentences:
    • Formed by using the subject followed directly by the infinitive form of the verb.
  • Negative Sentences:
    • Constructed with the subject, followed by "do/does" + "not" + infinitive.
  • Interrogative Sentences:
    • Initiated with "do/does," followed by the subject and the infinitive.
  • Negative Interrogative Sentences:
    • Combination of "do/does," the subject, "not," and the infinitive.

Examples of Present Simple

  • "I work in an office." (Affirmative)
  • "He lives in London." (Affirmative)
  • "She drives to work every day." (Affirmative)
  • "We have dinner at 7 pm." (Affirmative)
  • "They watch TV every night." (Affirmative)

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