present simple

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What is the present simple tense?

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

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How do you form the present simple for third person singular?

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For third person singular (he, she, it), add 's' or 'es' to the base form of the verb. Example: 'He listens', 'She watches'.

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What is the negative form of the present simple for 'he' and 'she'?

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The negative form is created using 'does not' or 'doesn't' followed by the base form of the verb. Example: 'He doesn't eat', 'She doesn't like'.

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How do you form questions in the present simple?

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To form questions in the present simple, use 'do' or 'does' at the beginning of the sentence. Example: 'Do you play?', 'Does she study?'.

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What is the structure of a positive present simple sentence?

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The structure is: Subject + base form of the verb (add 's' or 'es' for third person singular). Example: 'I play', 'He plays'.

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What is the difference between 'do' and 'does' in present simple questions?

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'Do' is used with I, you, we, and they. 'Does' is used with he, she, and it. Example: 'Do they like pizza?' vs 'Does he like pizza?'.

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What is an example of a present simple sentence describing a habit?

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Example: 'She goes to the gym every morning.' This indicates a regular action.

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How do you express a general truth in present simple?

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General truths are expressed in present simple by stating facts. Example: 'Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.'

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What is the present simple form of the verb 'to be'?

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The present simple forms of 'to be' are: I am, you are, he/she/it is, we are, they are.

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How do you use adverbs of frequency with present simple?

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Adverbs of frequency (always, usually, often, sometimes, rarely, never) are placed before the main verb. Example: 'She always studies.'