Present simple and present continuous

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What is the simple present tense?

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The simple present tense is used to describe habits, general truths, and repeated actions. Example: 'She reads every morning.'

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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: 'She is reading a book.'

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When do we use the simple present tense?

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We use the simple present tense for routines, facts, and scheduled events. Example: 'The train leaves at 6 PM.'

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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 are signal words for the simple present tense?

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Signal words for the simple present include 'always', 'often', 'sometimes', 'usually', and 'never'.

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What are signal words for the present continuous tense?

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Signal words for the present continuous include 'now', 'at the moment', 'currently', and 'right now'.

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How do you form the negative in the simple present tense?

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In the simple present, use 'do not' or 'does not' + base form of the verb. Example: 'He does not play soccer.'

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How do you form the negative in the present continuous tense?

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In the present continuous, use 'am not', 'is not', or 'are not' + verb + -ing. Example: 'They are not playing outside.'

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What is the structure of a simple present affirmative sentence?

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The structure is: Subject + base form of the verb (add 's' or 'es' for third person singular). Example: 'She walks to school.'

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What is the structure of a present continuous affirmative sentence?

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The structure is: Subject + am/is/are + verb + -ing. Example: 'He is running fast.'