Present Simple Tense Practice (Grade 8)
A worksheet for 8th-grade students to practice using the present simple tense in various contexts.
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Present Simple Tense Practice
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Read each section carefully and follow the instructions to complete the exercises on the present simple tense.
Complete the following sentences using the correct form of the verb in parentheses. Remember to use the present simple tense.
1. My sister (study) for her exams every evening.
2. They (play) soccer in the park on Saturdays.
3. The sun (rise) in the east.
4. He never (forget) his keys.
5. We (go) to the beach every summer.
Choose the correct present simple form of the verb to complete each sentence.
1. She usually her homework after dinner.
do
does
doing
did
2. Birds south for the winter.
fly
flies
flew
flying
Indicate whether the present simple tense is used correctly in each sentence.
1. My cat always sleeps on the couch.
True
False
2. They is going to the store now.
True
False
Write a short paragraph (3-5 sentences) describing your daily routine. Make sure to use the present simple tense.
Match each subject on the left with the correct present simple verb form on the right.
1. I
a. teaches
2. She
b. eat
3. They
c. reads
4. He
d. runs
5. We
e. study
Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow.
My dog, Buddy, is a very active pet. He loves to play fetch in the backyard every morning. After his game, he usually eats his breakfast quickly. During the day, Buddy often sleeps in sunny spots around the house, but he always wakes up when he hears the doorbell. In the evenings, he enjoys long walks with my family. He barks happily at other dogs and sometimes chases squirrels up trees. Buddy truly makes our home a joyful place.
Answer the following questions based on the passage, using complete sentences and the present simple tense.
1. What does Buddy love to do every morning?
2. Where does Buddy often sleep during the day?
3. What does Buddy do when he hears the doorbell?