Present Simple vs. Present Continuous Worksheet
Practice distinguishing and correctly using the present simple and present continuous tenses in English grammar for Grade 8.
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Present Simple vs. Present Continuous
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Read each question carefully and follow the instructions. This worksheet will help you practice using the present simple and present continuous tenses correctly.
Choose the correct verb tense (present simple or present continuous) to complete each sentence.
1. My brother usually to school by bus.
go
goes
is going
are going
2. Look! The children in the park right now.
play
plays
is playing
are playing
Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verb in parentheses (present simple or present continuous).
1. She rarely (visit) her grandparents.
2. We (study) English at the moment.
3. The sun (rise) in the east.
4. They (not / watch) TV every evening.
Read each statement. Mark 'T' for true or 'F' for false regarding the usage of present simple and present continuous.
1. The present simple is used for actions happening at the exact moment of speaking.
True
False
2. 'Always', 'often', and 'usually' are common adverbs used with the present continuous.
True
False
1. Explain the main difference between when you use the present simple and when you use the present continuous.
Write a short paragraph (5-7 sentences) describing your daily routine and what you are currently doing. Use both the present simple and present continuous tenses correctly.
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