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Learn English Grammar – the present continuous

Posted on August 26, 2010December 2, 2011 by admin
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The present continuous is used to talk about present situations which we see as short-term or temporary . We use the present simple to talk about present situations which we see as long-term or permanent.

In these examples, the action is taking place at the time of speaking.

* It’s raining.
* Who is Kate talking to on the phone?
* Look, somebody is trying to steal that man’s wallet.
* I’m not looking. My eyes are closed tightly.

In these examples, the action is true at the present time but we don’t think it will be true in the long term.

* I’m looking for a new apartment.
* He’s thinking about leaving his job.
* They’re considering making an appeal against the judgment.
* Are you getting enough sleep?

In these examples, the action is at a definite point in the future and it has already been arranged.

* I’m meeting her at 6.30.
* They aren’t arriving until Tuesday.
* We are having a special dinner at a top restaurant for all the senior managers.
* Isn’t he coming to the dinner?

Here are some grammar exercises. Please note that these are different from the one available in English Grammar Secrets.

exercise 1

exercise 2

exercise 3

exercise 4

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10 thoughts on “Learn English Grammar – the present continuous”

  1. Tiennie says:
    August 27, 2010 at 2:22 pm

    These lessons are very helpfull for me.Thanks

  2. anthonykimpu says:
    December 8, 2010 at 8:43 am

    I completely expected to appreciate my English Grammar by your help. Thank you.

  3. Ma Mercedes Mitjans says:
    December 14, 2010 at 10:28 am

    Thanks sooo much ,these exercises are really amazing for the kids,and originals!!!
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    January 30, 2011 at 10:02 am

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  5. Luminita Tiuliuliuc says:
    March 1, 2011 at 4:57 pm

    Oh dear, thank you SOOOOOO much for the chance to get some new “trends ” in teaching grammar. In fact, it has always been the hardcore of the language acquisition. So, once again THANKS A LOT!
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  6. shumailla says:
    May 2, 2011 at 10:19 am

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  7. Ali Zahedi says:
    November 10, 2011 at 6:14 pm

    IT IS GOOD, SHORT AND CLEAR. ALSO EASY TO UNDERSTAND. WISHING YOU THE BEST.

  8. ahmed ramadan says:
    April 5, 2012 at 1:11 am

    i’m still don’t know any thing about present continuous yet ?
    and i’m so sad

    1. admin says:
      April 5, 2012 at 8:43 am

      look at http://www.englishgrammarsecrets.com

  9. Fareed Ahmed says:
    April 6, 2012 at 5:40 am

    I want to learn English Parts of Speach

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