Present Simple vs Present Continuous

In this video, Mark explains the differences between the present simple and present continuous tenses. He provides examples and discusses their uses, such as for general truths, habits, routines, and fixed timetables for the present simple, and for actions happening now, temporary situations, and trends for the present continuous. The lesson includes a comparison of the two tenses and a recap of their key features.

What is the main focus of this lesson?

• How to improve vocabulary

• Differences between present simple and present continuous

• How to write essays

• Differences between past and future tenses

In the timeline explanation, what does the vertical line represent?

• Now

• Eternity

• Future

• Past

Which auxiliary is used for forming questions in the present simple?

• Will

• Do/Does

• To have

• To be

What is an example of a general truth in present simple?

• They will travel tomorrow

• She is running

• I am eating lunch

• Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius

Which sentence describes a habit or routine?

• We will visit the museum

• They are watching a movie

• She doesn't usually go running on Fridays

• I am reading a book

When do we use present simple for timetables?

• For hypothetical situations

• For events happening now

• For past events

• For scheduled events like trains or flights

How is present simple used in discussing a film?

• To describe ongoing actions

• To describe the plot or events

• To express future plans

• To talk about past experiences

Which of the following is a time expression used with present simple?

• Currently

• Every day

• At the moment

• Soon

What is an example of an action happening now?

• They had finished their homework

• You are watching me right now

• She was reading a book

• I will go to the store

Which sentence indicates a temporary situation?

• She lives in New York

• He is living with his parents until his house is renovated

• They will move next year

• I have been to Paris