Topic: SIMPLE PRESENT OR PRESENT CONTINUOUS PRACTICE TEST 2

level: Intermediate (B1)

Answer each question, using either the SIMPLE PRESENT or PRESENT CONTINUOUS tense of the verb (in parentheses).
EXAMPLE: Q: What is Bob doing? A: He is fixing (to fix) his computer."
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GRAMMAR REVIEW! Simple present & present continuous (present progressive)

SIMPLE PRESENT

Use it for:
• Habits & routines:
I wake up at 7 AM.
She goes to the gym every day.
• General truths & facts:
Water boils at 100°C.
The sun sets in the west.
• States (feelings, thoughts, possession):
He likes pizza.
They have two dogs.
• Schedules & timetables (especially for future events):
The train leaves at 6 PM.
School starts on Monday.

PRESENT CONTINUOUS (am/is/are + -ing)

Use it for:
• Actions happening right now:
I am studying at the moment.
She is talking on the phone.
• Temporary actions:
He is working in London this week.
They are staying at a hotel.
• Changes and trends:
The weather is getting colder.
More people are using electric cars.
• Future plans (with time reference):
We are meeting them tomorrow.
I am flying to Paris next week.

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