Simple present

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What is the simple present tense?

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The simple present tense is used to describe habitual actions, general truths, and facts. It is formed using the base form of the verb for all subjects except for third person singular, where an 's' is added.

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How do you form the simple present tense 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 works'.

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What is the structure of a negative sentence in the simple present tense?

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The structure is: Subject + auxiliary 'do' + not + base form of the verb. Example: 'She does not (doesn't) play tennis.'

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What is the structure of an interrogative sentence in the simple present tense?

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The structure is: Auxiliary 'do' + subject + base form of the verb? Example: 'Do you like pizza?'

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

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An example of a general truth is: 'Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.'

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

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'Do' is used with I, you, we, and they, while 'does' is used with he, she, and it.

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What is the affirmative structure of a simple present tense sentence?

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The structure is: Subject + base form of the verb (add 's' for third person singular). Example: 'They play soccer.'

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What is a daily routine?

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A daily routine is a series of actions or tasks that are performed regularly, often described using the simple present tense. Example: 'I wake up at 7 AM.'

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What is a habit?

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A habit is a regular practice or routine that is often done unconsciously. Example: 'She drinks coffee every morning.'

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What is the role of the auxiliary verb 'do' in negative sentences?

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The auxiliary verb 'do' is used to form negative sentences in the simple present tense. Example: 'He does not (doesn't) like broccoli.'