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Which of the following sentences correctly uses the Present Simple tense to describe a habit?
Which of the following sentences correctly uses the Present Simple tense to describe a habit?
Identify the correct sentence in the Present Simple tense used for a general truth.
Identify the correct sentence in the Present Simple tense used for a general truth.
Which sentence is an example of a negative construction in the Present Simple?
Which sentence is an example of a negative construction in the Present Simple?
Choose the correctly structured question in the Present Simple tense.
Choose the correctly structured question in the Present Simple tense.
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Which of the following sentences indicates a permanent situation using the Present Simple?
Which of the following sentences indicates a permanent situation using the Present Simple?
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Study Notes
Present Simple Tense
- Used to describe habits, general truths, repeated actions, unchanging situations, emotions, 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
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Affirmative: Subject + Base Verb (+s/es for third person singular)
- Example: "He reads books."
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Negative: Subject + do/does not + Base Verb
- Example: "I do not like spicy food"
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Question: 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
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Examples from the Text:
- 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.
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Test your understanding of the present simple tense with this quiz. It will cover topics such as its usage for habits, general truths, and sentence structures. Perfect for learners who want to master this essential English tense.