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Present Simple Tense

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Which sentence correctly demonstrates a habit or routine using the Present Simple tense?

She swims every morning. (correct)

I have read that book.

They are going to the market.

He does not like coffee.

What is the correct negative form of the present simple for the sentence: 'He eats ice cream'?

He is not eating ice-cream.

He not eats ice-cream.

He does not eat ice-cream. (correct)

He didn't eat ice-cream.

Which of the following sentences is structured as a question in the Present Simple tense?

Do they play chess? (correct)

They play chess now.

They do play chess.

They played chess yesterday.

Identify the sentence that illustrates a general truth using the Present Simple tense.

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Choose the correct present simple form to complete the sentence: 'They _______ (work) every Saturday.'

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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 (from the provided 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 knowledge of the Present Simple tense, a crucial component of the English language. This quiz covers its usage in habits, routines, and permanent situations, as well as the structure for affirmative, negative, and interrogative forms. Challenge yourself with practical examples and exercises!