Uses of Present Simple and Present Continuous Tenses

Uses of Present Simple and Present Continuous Tenses

by | Nov 11, 2022 | Tests and Quizzes

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TEST YOUR ENGLISH

The key to mastering the English tenses lies in understanding what we use them for. 

Do the tests below and check how well you know what we use the Present Simple and Present Continuous tenses for. 

If you get more than 70 % of correct answers you will receive a beautiful certificate. 

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part one

Decide if uses a) to k) are usually associated with the Present Simple or Present Continuous tenses.

a) facts and permanent situations
b) actions and events in progress
c) arrangements for the future
d) verbs of thinking and feeling
e) habits and routines
f) temporary situations
g) fixed timetables
h) current trends and changes


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i) talking about homes and jobs
j) sport commentaries
k) talking about things we do not expect to change



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part two

Now assign the correct use of Present Simple and Present Continuous to the examples below. 

1)

She's talking on another line right now, can I ask her to call you back?

2)

We offer a networking solution that is customised, reliable and secure.

3)

We release figures for total sales and net earnings every quarter.

4)

I'm arriving in Munich at 10.30.

5)

The plane arrives in Munich at 10.30.

6)

I'm working in our customer services department this month.

7)

Internet fraud and cybercrime is increasing all over the world.

8)

OK, I understand what the problem is now.

9)

I wear glasses.

10)

Susan works as a nurse in the local hospital.

11)

Krzychowiak passes to Lewandowski scores the goal! What a match!?

12)

The price of crypto currencies is rapidly declining.

13)

I'm meeting the sales team later today. Would you like to come too?

14)

I don't understand this contract. Can you help me?

15)

Food goes off if you don't keep it in the fridge.

16)

I hardly ever need to speak English in my work.

17)

His plane lands in twenty minutes. We should hurry up if we don't want him to wait for us.


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18)

Świątek hits a brilliant forehand and wins her next tournament.

19)

They live in the suburbs, if my memory serves me right.

20)

This week I'm taking a bus to work. My car is being serviced.

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Well done! Have you managed to get the certificates for both of the tasks? I certainly do hope so!

Here’s a little reward for your hard work and effort! It’s a mind-map with the uses of Present Simple and Present Continuous. 

Present Simple and Present Continuous

What’s the missing word – part 2

What’s the missing word – part 2

by | Sep 25, 2022 | Learn more words

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WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

This lesson practises some word-formation of words beginning with “A”. Most of the examples are connected with work and business. 

This lesson contains:

  • A study section
  • Some practice exercises
  • Questions for discussion

And, of course, there is Your Dictionary, where you can add new and interesting words.

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warm up

Answer the questions below.

  • How are you learning new words in English?
  • What’s the advantage of learning how to form new words from a root word?
  • How important is it for you to speak English accurately, without mistakes?
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PRACTICE

Complete the sentences below with the correct form of the root word.

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DISCUSSION

Answer these questions. Use the language practised from this lesson.

  • Do you believe companies should officially accept working from home?
  • Do you prefer to spend your free time actively or just to chill out?
  • What additional benefits should companies offer along the salary?
  • What advice would you have for job applicants?
  • How do you feel about the government offering material assistance to citizens?
  • What makes a good commercial attractive to customers?