Present Perfect Simple Tense

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What is the present perfect tense?

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The present perfect tense is like a bridge between the past and now. You use it when something happened in the past, but it still matters right now.

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When do we use the present perfect tense?

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1. When something happened and it matters now. 2. To talk about life experiences. 3. For actions that started in the past and are still true. 4. For things that just happened.

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Give an example of using the present perfect tense for something that matters now.

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I’ve lost my wallet.

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Give an example of using the present perfect tense for life experiences.

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Have you ever climbed a mountain?

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Give an example of using the present perfect tense for actions that started in the past and are still true.

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He’s lived here for 10 years.

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Give an example of using the present perfect tense for things that just happened.

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I’ve just finished my coffee.

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How do you form a positive sentence in the present perfect tense?

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I/We/You/They have + past participle; He/She/It has + past participle.

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Give an example of a positive sentence in the present perfect tense.

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I’ve seen that movie.

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How do you form a negative sentence in the present perfect tense?

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I/We/You/They have not (haven’t) + past participle; He/She/It has not (hasn’t) + past participle.

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Give an example of a negative sentence in the present perfect tense.

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I haven’t eaten today.