Revision questions: present time
- Why do we use the present simple to express eventA general term expressing that somebody or something does something or that something happens. E.g.: An apple fell on Isaac’s head.s happening according to a timeA concept which is related to our perception of reality; that part of existence which is measured in seconds, minutes, hours, days, weeks, etc.table?
- Can we use the auxiliaryA helping verb used with main verbs to express mood, voice and tense. E.g.: I can't stand when I am disturbed. ("can", "am") do in the present simple tenseA grammatical category that is marked by verb inflection. To express when an event or action happens in time or when a state exists, we use tenses. in affirmativeA declarative sentence indicating "yes"; also called a positive sentence. E.g.: John likes squash a lot. sentences?
- What is the difference between the sentences He always speaks very loudly and He is always speaking very loudly?
- What is the difference between the sentences I work as a waiter and I am working as a waiter?
- Can actionA general term expressing that somebody or something does something verbA part of speech that expresses an action or a state. E.g.: John seldom plays tennis.s be used in the present simple tense? How about stateA condition that exists at a particular time. E.g.: I am sick. This melon weighs two kilos. verbs?
- Is this sentence incorrect: What are you thinking about his plans?
- What is the difference between the sentences He wrote ten novels and He has written ten novels?
- What do we mean by an incomplete period of timeA period of time that includes the time of speaking. E.g.: I have known him for two years. ("for two years")?
- Can we use the past simple for an action happening in an incompleteA concept, related to the perfect aspect, expressing that an action has finished. E.g.: He’s finished university. period of time?
- Which tense is used with the time expressionA word or group of words used in a particular situation. E.g.: Good morning, at six, on the sofa just now?
- What is the difference between these two sentences: I have called him today and I've been calling him all day?
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