Present simple practice

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What is the present simple tense?

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The present simple tense is used to describe habits, unchanging situations, general truths, and fixed arrangements. It is formed using the base form of the verb for all subjects except third person singular, which adds 's' or 'es'.

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How do you form negative sentences in the present simple?

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To form negative sentences in the present simple, use 'do not' (don't) or 'does not' (doesn't) before the base form of the verb. For example, 'I do not like apples.' or 'He does not play soccer.'

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What is the structure of a question in the present simple?

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The structure of a question in the present simple is: 'Do/Does + subject + base form of the verb?' For example, 'Do you like pizza?' or 'Does she go to school?'

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When do you use 'do' and 'does'?

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'Do' is used with I, you, we, and they. 'Does' is used with he, she, and it. For example, 'Do you play?' vs. 'Does he play?'

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What is the third person singular form of the verb 'to go'?

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The third person singular form of the verb 'to go' is 'goes'. For example, 'She goes to the park every day.'

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How do you ask about someone's routine using the present simple?

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To ask about someone's routine, use 'What time do you...?' or 'How often do you...?'. For example, 'What time do you wake up?' or 'How often do you play soccer?'

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What is the difference between 'I don't like' and 'He doesn't like'?

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'I don't like' is used for the first person singular, while 'He doesn't like' is used for the third person singular. They both express a negative preference.

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How do you express a general truth in the present simple?

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To express a general truth, use the present simple tense. For example, 'Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.' This statement is always true.

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What is the present simple form of the verb 'to have' for he/she/it?

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The present simple form of the verb 'to have' for he/she/it is 'has'. For example, 'She has a cat.'

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How do you make a present simple sentence with a frequency adverb?

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To make a present simple sentence with a frequency adverb, place the adverb before the main verb. For example, 'I always eat breakfast.' or 'He usually goes to bed early.'