Present Progressive & Past Progressive

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What is the structure of the PAST PROGRESSIVE tense?

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The PAST PROGRESSIVE is formed by 'to be' in the past (was/were) + the -ing form of the main verb.

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When do we use the PAST PROGRESSIVE tense?

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We use the PAST PROGRESSIVE to talk about progressive actions that were happening in the past.

Front

What is the structure of the PRESENT PROGRESSIVE tense?

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The PRESENT PROGRESSIVE is formed by 'to be' in the present (am/is/are) + the -ing form of the main verb.

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When do we use the PRESENT PROGRESSIVE tense?

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We use the PRESENT PROGRESSIVE to talk about actions that are currently in progress.

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Complete the sentence: She ... videogame when George arrived.

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was playing.

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How do you form a negative sentence in the PRESENT PROGRESSIVE?

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Use 'am not/isn't/aren't' + the -ing form of the verb.

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What is an example of a sentence in the PAST PROGRESSIVE?

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I was reading a book when the phone rang.

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What is an example of a sentence in the PRESENT PROGRESSIVE?

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They are studying for their exams right now.

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What auxiliary verb is used in the PAST PROGRESSIVE?

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The auxiliary verb 'to be' in the past (was/were).

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What auxiliary verb is used in the PRESENT PROGRESSIVE?

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The auxiliary verb 'to be' in the present (am/is/are).