Present Perfect Tense

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When do we use the Present Perfect Tense?

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1. To describe actions that happened at an unspecified time before now. 2. To describe actions that started in the past and continue to the present. 3. To describe actions that have just been completed. 4. To describe life experiences (without saying when). 5. To show a link between the past and the present.

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What is an example of using the Present Perfect Tense to describe actions that happened at an unspecified time before now?

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I have visited Paris.

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What is an example of using the Present Perfect Tense to describe actions that started in the past and continue to the present?

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She has lived in New York for five years.

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What is an example of using the Present Perfect Tense to describe actions that have just been completed?

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They have just finished their homework.

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What is an example of using the Present Perfect Tense to describe life experiences?

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I have eaten sushi before.

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What is an example of using the Present Perfect Tense to show a link between the past and the present?

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He has broken his leg, so he can't play football today.

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How is the Present Perfect Tense formed?

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[subject] + have/has + past participle (e.g., have eaten, has done, have seen).