present simple vs present continuous

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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. Example: 'I play soccer every Saturday.'

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What is the present continuous tense?

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The present continuous tense is used to describe actions that are happening right now or ongoing actions. Example: 'I am playing soccer right now.'

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How do you form the present simple tense for regular verbs?

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For regular verbs, use the base form of the verb. For he, she, it, add 's' or 'es'. Example: 'He plays soccer.'

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How do you form the present continuous tense?

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Use the verb 'to be' (am/is/are) + the base form of the verb + 'ing'. Example: 'She is playing soccer.'

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What is the negative form of the present simple tense?

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Use 'do not' or 'does not' + base form of the verb. Example: 'I do not play soccer.'

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What is the negative form of the present continuous tense?

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Use 'am not', 'is not', or 'are not' + base form of the verb + 'ing'. Example: 'I am not playing soccer.'

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When do we use the present simple tense?

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We use the present simple tense for routines, facts, and permanent situations. Example: 'The sun rises in the east.'

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When do we use the present continuous tense?

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We use the present continuous tense for actions happening at the moment of speaking or for temporary situations. Example: 'I am studying for my exam.'

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What is an example of a question in the present simple tense?

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An example is: 'Where do you live?' This asks about a general fact.

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What is an example of a question in the present continuous tense?

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An example is: 'What are you doing right now?' This asks about an action happening at the moment.