PB BIG PRESENT TENSE

What is the primary use of the present tense in English?

• To express actions or states occurring at the current moment

• To describe actions that happened in the past

• To talk about future plans

• To narrate historical events

Which aspect of the present tense is used for habits and general truths?

• Present simple

• Present continuous

• Present perfect

• Present perfect continuous

How does the present continuous tense function in a sentence?

• Describes ongoing actions or temporary situations

• Expresses actions that began in the past and continue into the present

• Used for habits and general truths

• Narrates past events

What effect does using present tense in literature typically have on readers?

• Creates a sense of immediacy and engagement

• Makes the story feel historical

• Confuses the timeline of events

• Reduces suspense and tension

Why might an author choose to write a thriller in present tense?

• To convey urgency and immediacy

• To make it easier to reflect on past events

• To simplify the narrative structure

• To avoid using complex verb tenses