What is the present continuous tense?
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The present continuous tense is used to describe actions that are currently happening or ongoing. It is formed using the verb 'to be' + the verb ending in -ing.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do you form the present continuous tense for 'he'?
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You form it by using 'is' + the verb ending in -ing. For example, 'He is running.'
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'They __________ (play) soccer now.'
Back
The correct form is 'are playing.' The complete sentence is 'They are playing soccer now.'
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'She __________ (read) a book right now.'
Back
The correct form is 'is reading.' The complete sentence is 'She is reading a book right now.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'I __________ (study) for my test.'
Back
The correct form is 'am studying.' The complete sentence is 'I am studying for my test.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'The dog __________ (bark) at the mailman.'
Back
The correct form is 'is barking.' The complete sentence is 'The dog is barking at the mailman.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'It __________ (rain) outside.'
Back
The correct form is 'is raining.' The complete sentence is 'It is raining outside.'
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