Present Simple Tense Quiz

Which of the following is an example of the Present Simple tense used for a habit?

The Present Simple tense can be used to describe future actions.

What is the structure for forming a negative sentence in Present Simple?

She _______ (not/go) to school on weekends.

Match the following Present Simple sentences to their categories:

Present Simple Tense

Used to describe habits, general truths, repeated actions, unchanging situations, emotions, and wishes
One of the most common tenses in English

When to Use the Present Simple

Habits and routines: "I drink coffee every morning."
Facts and general truths: "The sun rises in the east."
Permanent situations: "She lives in New York."
Schedules: "The train leaves at 8 PM."

Structure of the Present Simple

Affirmative: Subject + Base Verb ( +s/es for third person singular)
- Example: "He reads books."
Negative: Subject + do/does not + Base Verb
- Example: "I do not like spicy food."
Questions: Do/Does + Subject + Base Verb?
- Example: "Does she play the piano?"

Examples

Affirmative: "They work in an office."
Negative: "He does not eat meat."
Question: "Do you speak Spanish?"

Exercises (Example)

She (go) to school every day.
We (not/eat) dinner at 6 PM.
(he/play) football on weekends?
The train (leave) at 9 PM every night.
They (not/work) on Sundays.

Test your understanding of the Present Simple tense. This quiz covers its uses, structure, and provides examples to help reinforce your knowledge. Whether it's about habits, routines, or general truths, see how well you can apply the Present Simple tense.