Simple Present Tense Quiz (SMAN 6 Kota Serang)

Explain the general rule for forming the simple present tense with regular verbs. Give two examples in affirmative and negative forms.

Answer explanation

The simple present tense for regular verbs is formed by using the base form for all subjects except third-person singular, which adds 's' or 'es'. Examples: Affirmative: "He plays." Negative: "He does not play."

Describe the difference between the simple present tense and the present continuous tense. Provide one example for each.

Answer explanation

The simple present tense describes habitual actions or general truths (e.g., "She reads books"). The present continuous tense describes ongoing actions happening now (e.g., "She is reading a book").

Write a short paragraph about your daily routine using the simple present tense. Include at least five different verbs.

Convert the following sentence into negative and interrogative forms: 'She drinks coffee every morning.'

Why do we add 's' or 'es' to the verb when using third-person singular subjects in simple present tense? Provide three examples.

Change the following sentences to simple present tense: a) They are watching TV. b) I am reading a book.

What are some of the signal words commonly used with the simple present tense? Write five sentences using those signal words.

Create a dialogue between two friends discussing their hobbies. Use at least eight sentences in simple present tense.

What is the simple present tense of the verb 'to be' and how is it used with different subjects? Provide examples using 'I', 'he', and 'they'.

Translate the following sentence into English using the simple present tense: 'Dia selalu pergi ke sekolah dengan sepeda.'