You Only Need These Verb Tenses for IELTS

The video tutorial discusses the use of various verb tenses in English, particularly in the context of the IELTS exam. It highlights the rarity of using the past perfect tense and emphasizes the importance of consistency in verb tense usage. The tutorial explains the functions of present simple, past simple, present perfect, and present continuous tenses, and how they relate to describing experiences and future plans. It advises learners to focus on understanding these tenses rather than stressing over minor grammatical details, as native speakers often interchange them.

Why is the past perfect tense considered challenging even for native speakers?

• It is only used in written English.

• It is the same as past simple.

• It is used interchangeably with present perfect.

• It is rarely used and very specific.

When should you use the present simple tense?

• To describe general truths or current situations.

• To describe hypothetical situations.

• For actions completed in the past.

• To talk about future plans.

What is the primary use of the present perfect tense?

• To introduce experiences or describe past actions.

• To describe actions happening right now.

• To talk about future intentions.

• To describe hypothetical scenarios.

How is the present continuous tense commonly used?

• To describe actions that are happening at the moment.

• To talk about future plans.

• To describe past experiences.

• To express general truths.

What advice is given regarding the use of future tenses?

• Don't stress over minor differences; focus on understanding the main tenses.

• Focus on minor differences between future tenses.

• Use future tenses only in written English.

• Always use 'will' for future intentions.