GR_B1 Progress Test 1 Revision Flashcard

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What is the present simple tense?

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The present simple tense is used to describe habitual actions, general truths, and facts. Example: 'She watches TV every evening.'

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What is the present continuous tense?

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The present continuous tense describes actions that are happening at the moment of speaking. Example: 'They are playing football right now.'

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How do you combine sentences using a relative clause?

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You can combine sentences by using a relative pronoun (who, which, that). Example: 'I met a girl who is a famous singer.'

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What is the present perfect tense used for?

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The present perfect tense is used to describe actions that started in the past and continue to the present or have relevance to the present. Example: 'I have lived here since 2010.'

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Identify the incorrect sentence: 'I live here since 2010.' Why is it incorrect?

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The sentence is incorrect because it uses the present simple tense instead of the present perfect tense. The correct form is 'I have lived here since 2010.'

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What is a relative clause?

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A relative clause is a dependent clause that modifies a noun and usually begins with a relative pronoun like 'who,' 'which,' or 'that.'

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What is the difference between 'for' and 'since' in the context of time?

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'For' is used to indicate a duration of time (e.g., 'for 10 years'), while 'since' is used to indicate a starting point in time (e.g., 'since 2010').

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What is the structure of a present perfect sentence?

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The structure is: Subject + have/has + past participle. Example: 'She has visited Paris.'

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What are the key uses of the present simple tense?

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The present simple tense is used for routines, facts, and permanent situations. Example: 'Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.'

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What is the structure of a present continuous sentence?

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The structure is: Subject + am/is/are + verb-ing. Example: 'He is studying for his exam.'