Literary Present Tense

Choose which ones are in Literary Present Tense.

• Two boys played with a ball.

• It mixes the sand and the water.

• She understands English.

• A large trunk came around the corner.

Which sentence is written in the literary present tense?

• A) The author wrote a compelling story.

• B) The protagonist discovers the truth.

• C) The novel was published in 1999.

• D) The characters had a picnic.

Identify the sentence that uses the literary present tense.

• A) The poet describes nature beautifully.

• B) The hero saved the day.

• C) The villain was defeated.

• D) The story ended abruptly.

In literary analysis, why is the present tense often used?

• A) To indicate past events.

• B) To make the narrative more immediate and engaging.

• C) To confuse the reader.

• D) To reflect future possibilities.

Which of the following sentences is NOT in the literary present tense?

• A) The character struggles with identity.

• B) The author explores complex themes.

• C) The protagonist will find peace.

• D) The narrative unfolds slowly.

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the literary present tense.

• A) The author has written a masterpiece.

• B) The protagonist faces a dilemma.

• C) The story was captivating.

• D) The characters had a conversation.

What is the purpose of using the literary present tense in essays?

• A) To discuss events as if they are happening now.

• B) To describe historical events.

• C) To predict future events.

• D) To summarize past events.

Which sentence is an example of literary present tense?

• A) The novel was a bestseller.

• B) The protagonist overcomes challenges.

• C) The author had a unique style.

• D) The plot twists were unexpected.

Identify the sentence that is NOT in the literary present tense.

• A) The author examines human nature.

• B) The protagonist finds redemption.

• C) The story was set in the 19th century.

• D) The characters evolve over time.

Why do writers use the literary present tense when discussing literature?

• A) To make the text seem outdated.

• B) To create a sense of immediacy.

• C) To confuse the reader.

• D) To reflect on past events.