Simple present tense, Hobbies & Possessions Free ESL EFL pdf worksheets with answer keys

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The Simple Present Tense:

1. Definition: The simple present tense is used to describe actions that are habitual, routine, or factual. It is also used to express general truths, states of being, or future events that are scheduled or planned.
2. Formation:
   • For most verbs, the simple present tense is formed by adding “-s” or “-es” to the base form of the verb in the third person singular (he, she, it).
   • Example:
     • I eat breakfast every morning. (First person singular)
     • She eats breakfast every morning. (Third person singular)
3. Usage:
   • Habitual actions: Use the simple present tense to describe actions that are repeated regularly or habitually.
     • Example: He walks to school every day.
   • General truths or facts: Use the simple present tense to state facts or truths that are generally true.
     • Example: Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.
   • Scheduled or planned events: Use the simple present tense to talk about events that are scheduled or planned to happen in the future.
     • Example: The train leaves at 7:00 PM.
   • States of being: Use the simple present tense to describe permanent or long-lasting states.
     • Example: She works as a teacher.
4. Adverbs of Frequency:
   • Adverbs of frequency, such as always, usually, often, sometimes, rarely, and never, are often used with the simple present tense to indicate how often an action occurs.
   • Example: He usually goes to the gym in the evening.
5. Non-Continuous Verbs:
   • Some verbs are not used in continuous tenses and are only used in simple tenses, including the simple present tense.
   • Example: I understand your point.
6. Signal Words:
   • Signal words such as every day, always, often, sometimes, rarely, never, usually, and on Sundays are commonly used with the simple present tense to indicate frequency.
   • Example: They always play soccer on Saturdays.
7. Subject-Verb Agreement:
   • Ensure that the verb agrees with the subject in the simple present tense, especially in the third person singular form where “-s” or “-es” is added to the verb.
   • Example: He reads books every night.