Present Continuous Sentences
I ___ (wait) for the teacher to start the lesson.
am waiting
What item would you use if you need to erase mistakes on paper?
Eraser
Identify the error in this sentence: "They is watching a video."
They are watching a video.
What activity might require you to use a “calculator” in class?
Solving math problems
Why might a student use a “tablet” during a science class?
To look up information, read an e-textbook, or take notes.
Turn this sentence into a question: "They are using the computers in the library."
Are they using the computers in the library?
Define “notebook” and explain what it’s commonly used for in school.
A notebook is a book of blank or lined paper, often used for taking notes or writing.
True or False: The Present Continuous tense is used for actions that happen regularly.
Answer: False
Describe a group activity that involves speaking and listening.
Answer: A group discussion or presentation.
What is one advantage of using a “flash drive” for school projects?
It allows students to save and transfer their work between devices.
Rewrite this sentence in the negative form: "She is reading an article on the forum."
She is not reading an article on the forum.
What’s the difference between a “stapler” and a “staple remover”?
A stapler fastens papers together with staples, while a staple remover removes them
Fill in the blank with the correct word to complete the Present Continuous form: "She ___ (speak) with her friend."
Answer: is ("She is speaking with her friend.")
If students are “taking notes,” what might they be writing down?
Answer: Important information from the lesson or lecture.
How could watching a video with “subtitles” help someone learning English?
It improves reading and listening skills simultaneously.
Correct the error in this sentence: "We are listen to the teacher's instructions."
We are listening to the teacher's instructions.
What do students use “colored pencils” for in art class?
To add color to drawings.
Convert this Present Simple sentence into the Present Continuous: "He plays basketball every Friday."
Answer: "He is playing basketball."
What activity would you do if you’re using a dictionary during a vocabulary lesson?
Looking up word meanings or definitions.
Describe a scenario where a “projector” would be useful in a classroom.
When a teacher wants to show a presentation or video to the entire class.
Choose the correct form: "The students ___ (is/are) taking a quiz."
are
What is a “calculator” used for?
A calculator is used for performing mathematical calculations
Why is this sentence incorrect? "They are going to school every day."
Answer: Present Continuous is used for ongoing actions, not regular or habitual actions. Correct form: "They go to school every day.
Describe what you might be doing if you’re "presenting a project" in front of the class.
Answer: Explaining your project to classmates and answering their questions.
What might students be doing if they are all wearing “headphones” in class?
They could be listening to an audio lesson, practicing language skills, or watching a video individually.
Convert this sentence into the Present Continuous: "He usually studies English after school."
He is studying English after school.
Describe what you might do with a “flash drive” in school.
Save and transfer files between computers.
Choose the correct form: "I ___ (not / working) on my homework now."
"I am not working on my homework now."
What might students be doing if they are watching a video in class?
They could be learning about a topic or practicing listening comprehension.
What online tool might students use to check the meaning of a word during a language lesson?
An online dictionary or translation app.
Write a Present Continuous sentence describing someone writing on a blackboard.
The teacher is writing on the blackboard.
Why might a student use a “highlighter” while reading?
To mark important information in the text.
Turn this sentence into a question: "She is talking to her friend on the phone."
Answer: "Is she talking to her friend on the phone?"
If students are working in pairs and asking each other questions, what type of activity could they be doing?
Answer: A speaking practice or interview activity.
If a teacher wants students to discuss a topic after school hours, what tool could they use?
An online forum or discussion board.