Present Simple Tense | Learn English

This video tutorial covers the present simple tense in English, explaining its formation and usage. It details the structures for positive, negative, and question sentences, including special rules for the verb 'to be'. The lesson also discusses when to use the present simple tense, such as for habits, truths, and instructions. The video concludes with practice activities to reinforce learning.

What is the primary use of the present simple tense?

• To describe actions happening right now

• To express general truths and habits

• To narrate past events

• To talk about future plans

Which of the following is a correct positive sentence in present simple?

• He reads a book

• I am reading a book

• They reading a book

• She read a book

How do you form a negative sentence in present simple?

• Add 'not' after the main verb

• Add 'no' before the main verb

• Use 'do not' or 'does not' before the main verb

• Use 'did not' before the main verb

Which auxiliary verb is used to form questions in present simple?

• Will

• Be

• Have

• Do

In which situation is the present simple tense NOT typically used?

• To talk about actions happening now

• To give instructions

• To describe habits

• To express general truths

Which sentence correctly uses the present simple for a habitual action?

• She sang in a choir

• She is singing in a choir

• She sings in a choir

• She will sing in a choir

What is the correct question form for 'Dan likes waves'?

• Does Dan like waves?

• Do Dan like waves?

• Is Dan like waves?

• Dan does like waves?