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What tense does the 'present simple' refer to?
Which group of people is the 'present simple' for?
What is the primary use of the 'present simple' tense?
Which of these is NOT a common use of the 'present simple' tense?
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How is the 'present simple' tense formed for most verbs in the third person singular?
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Study Notes
Present Simple Tense
- The present simple tense refers to the present time.
- It is used for general truths, habits, and routines, and is often used for people or things in general.
- The primary use of the present simple is to talk about things that are true in general, or that happen regularly or always.
Formation of Present Simple Tense
- For most verbs, the present simple tense is formed by adding -s to the base form of the verb for the third person singular (he, she, it).
Non-Common Use of Present Simple Tense
- The present simple tense is NOT commonly used to talk about completed or specific actions in the past.
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Description
This quiz tests understanding of the present simple tense for kids. It covers the definition, usage, and formation of the present simple tense, with a focus on the third person singular. Find out which uses are common and which is not associated with the present simple tense.
