Side by Side Chapter 3

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What is the present continuous tense?

Back

The present continuous tense is used to describe actions that are currently happening or ongoing. It is formed using the verb 'to be' + the present participle (verb+ing).

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Give an example of a sentence in the present continuous tense.

Back

She is reading a book.

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What is the difference between 'learning' and 'teaching'?

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'Learning' refers to the process of acquiring knowledge or skills, while 'teaching' refers to the act of imparting knowledge or skills to others.

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What does 'watching' mean in the context of activities?

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'Watching' means to look at something attentively, often for enjoyment or to observe.

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Translate 'Estamos escuchando musica.'

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'We are listening to music.'

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What is the structure of a present continuous sentence?

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Subject + 'to be' (am/is/are) + verb+ing.

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Provide an example of a negative sentence in the present continuous tense.

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He is not playing soccer.

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What is the role of the verb 'to be' in present continuous tense?

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The verb 'to be' acts as an auxiliary verb that helps form the present continuous tense.

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How do you form a question in the present continuous tense?

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Invert the subject and the verb 'to be'. For example, 'Is she studying?'.

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What is the meaning of 'planting' in the context of activities?

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'Planting' refers to the act of putting seeds or plants in the ground to grow.