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What is the structure of the present simple tense for regular verbs?
The structure is: Subject + base form of the verb (with "s" or "es" for third person singular).
Example: "She (subject) works (verb) every day."
When do we use the present continuous tense?
We use it for actions happening at the moment of speaking and for temporary actions or situations around the present time.
Example: "She is studying now."
What are common time expressions used with the present simple tense?
Common time expressions include "always," "usually," "often," "sometimes," and "never."
Example: "He usually goes to the gym."
Identify whether the following sentence is in the present simple or present continuous:
"She studies in the library every week."
It is in the present simple tense. This indicates a routine or habit.
Provide an example of a stative verb and explain why it is not typically used in the present continuous tense.
An example is "know." Stative verbs describe states or conditions rather than actions, so they are not used in the continuous form.
Example: "I know the answer" (not "I am knowing").
What is the difference in meaning between "I read books" and "I am reading a book"?
"I read books" implies a general habit or routine, while "I am reading a book" indicates an action happening right now.
How do you form questions in the present simple tense? Give an example.
The structure is: Do/Does + subject + base form of the verb?
Example: "Do you like pizza?" or "Does he play guitar?"
What time expressions are commonly used with the present continuous tense?
Common time expressions include "now," "right now," "at the moment," and "currently."
Example: "He is studying at the moment."
Which tense would you use to describe a temporary action happening right now? Why?
The present continuous tense is used because it indicates actions in progress at the moment of speaking.
Example: "I am eating lunch now."
Which tense is typically used for permanent situations? Why?
The present simple tense is used because it describes situations that are generally true and not likely to change.
Example: "She lives in New York."
What is the affirmative structure of the present continuous tense?
The structure is: Subject + am/is/are + verb-ing.
Example: "They are playing soccer."
What is the difference between “He works from home” and “He is working from home”?
"He works from home" indicates a regular job or routine, while "He is working from home" suggests he is currently engaged in work at this moment.
Can you provide a sentence using both present simple and present continuous?
"I usually read in the evening, but I am reading a book now."
What is the role of the verb "to be" in the present continuous tense?
Why is it incorrect to say, “I am knowing the answer”?
"Knowing" is a stative verb that describes a state rather than an action, so it should not be used in the continuous form. The correct form is: "I know the answer."