Present Simple (do, does, is, are)

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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.

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When do we use 'do'?

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We use 'do' with I, you, we, and they in questions and negative sentences.

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When do we use 'does'?

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We use 'does' with he, she, and it in questions and negative sentences.

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When do we use 'is'?

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We use 'is' with singular subjects (he, she, it) to describe a state or condition.

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When do we use 'are'?

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We use 'are' with plural subjects (we, you, they) and with 'you' in questions and negative sentences.

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How do you form a question with 'do'?

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Start with 'do', followed by the subject and the base form of the verb. Example: 'Do you like ice cream?'

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How do you form a question with 'does'?

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Start with 'does', followed by the subject and the base form of the verb. Example: 'Does she play soccer?'

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How do you form a question with 'is'?

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Start with 'is', followed by the subject. Example: 'Is he your friend?'

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How do you form a question with 'are'?

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Start with 'are', followed by the subject. Example: 'Are they coming to the party?'

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What is the negative form of 'do'?

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The negative form is 'do not' or 'don't'. Example: 'I do not like broccoli.'