Present simple vs. Present continuous

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What is the present simple tense used for?

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The present simple tense is used to describe habitual actions, general truths, and facts.

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How do you form the present simple tense for regular verbs?

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For regular verbs, use the base form of the verb for all subjects except third person singular, which adds 's' or 'es' (e.g., play -> plays).

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What is the present continuous tense used for?

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The present continuous tense is used to describe actions that are happening at the moment of speaking or ongoing actions.

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How do you form the present continuous tense?

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The present continuous tense is formed using the verb 'to be' (am/is/are) + the base form of the verb + 'ing' (e.g., am playing).

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Provide an example of a sentence in the present simple tense.

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She drinks coffee every morning.

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

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He is watching a movie right now.

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What is the difference between 'I play' and 'I am playing'?

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'I play' indicates a habitual action, while 'I am playing' indicates an action happening right now.

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When do we use 'always' in the present simple tense?

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We use 'always' to indicate a regular or habitual action (e.g., She always plays volleyball on weekends).

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What are some common time expressions used with the present simple tense?

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Common time expressions include 'always', 'usually', 'often', 'sometimes', and 'never'.

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What are some common time expressions used with the present continuous tense?

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Common time expressions include 'now', 'at the moment', 'right now', and 'currently'.