Past and Present Simple Tense Worksheets

When it comes to teaching the concepts of past and present simple tense, finding suitable worksheets can be a challenge. Look no further as we have curated a collection of worksheets that focus specifically on this topic. Designed for elementary and intermediate English language learners, these worksheets provide ample practice to reinforce the understanding of verb tenses. Each worksheet focuses on a specific subject or entity, making it easier for students to grasp the appropriate usage of past and present simple tense.

  Irregular Past Tense Verb Worksheet

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  Present Tense Verbs Worksheets

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  Simple Past Tense Worksheets

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  Present Simple Structure

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  Simple Past Tense Exercises

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  7th Grade Prepositions Worksheets

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  Past Present Future Worksheets Printable

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  Present Continuous Exercises

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  Irregular Past Tense Verb Worksheet

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  Past Tense Verb Worksheet

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  Verb Worksheets Grade 1

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  List of Irregular Verb in Present Past Participle

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  ESL Action Verbs Worksheet for Kids

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  French Verb Conjugation Chart

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What tense is used to talk about general habits or routines?

The present simple tense is used to talk about general habits or routines.

Which tense is used to describe specific events or actions happening right now?

The present tense is used to describe specific events or actions happening right now.

What is the form of the verb in the present simple tense for the third person singular?

The form of the verb in the present simple tense for the third person singular is to add an -s or -es ending to the base form of regular verbs. For example, "He works," "She dances," "It swims.

How do we form the negative sentences in the past simple tense?

To form negative sentences in the past simple tense, you typically use the auxiliary verb "did not" or its contracted form "didn't," followed by the base form of the main verb. For example, "I did not see the movie" or "She didn't eat breakfast this morning.

When do we use the present simple tense to talk about future events?

We use the present simple tense to talk about future events when they are scheduled, fixed, or part of a timetable, such as in timetables, schedules, or official arrangements.

Can we use adverbs of frequency with the past simple tense?

Yes, adverbs of frequency can be used with the past simple tense. For example, you can say "I often visited my grandmother when I was a child" or "She rarely went to the gym last week." Adverbs of frequency like "always," "usually," "sometimes," "often," "rarely," and "never" provide information about how often something happened in the past.

What are the signal words typically used with the present simple tense?

Signal words commonly used with the present simple tense include: always, usually, often, sometimes, rarely, never, every day, every week, every month, on Mondays, on Sundays, in the morning, in the evening, etc. These words indicate repeated or habitual actions and help identify when the action takes place regularly in the present.

Is the past simple tense used to talk about habits or routines in the past?

Yes, the past simple tense can be used to talk about past habits or routines. For example, "I always went to the gym after work" or "She visited her grandparents every Sunday.

How do we form questions in the present simple tense?

To form questions in the present simple tense, you typically start with an auxiliary verb (do/does) followed by the subject, then the base form of the main verb. For example, in the sentence "She listens to music," the question form would be "Does she listen to music?" The auxiliary verb "do/does" changes based on the subject (e.g., 'I/we/you/they' use 'do', 'he/she/it' uses 'does').

Can we use the past simple tense to talk about future intentions or plans?

No, the past simple tense is used to talk about completed actions or events in the past, not for future intentions or plans. For discussing future intentions or plans, you should use future tenses such as "will" or "going to" followed by the base form of the verb.