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Present Simple Tense

 PRESENT SIMPLE TENSE

Present simple tense is also known as present indefinite tense.  

This tense is used :

1. For actions which happen regularly such as habits:

        Examples:

                A). I read newspaper everyday.

                B). She goes to music class on every Saturday.

                C). They play golf in the evening. 

2. For Universal Truths

        Examples:

                A). The sun rises in the east.

                B). Water boils at 100 degree centigrade.

                C). Fish survive only in water.

3. Things that stay the same for a long time

        Examples:

                A). My teacher lives in Texas.

                B). Thomas bats well.

4. To describe Schedules / Timetables etc.

        Examples:

                A). The train leaves at 11:15 in the morning.

                B). English classes start at 2:00  in the afternoon.

  

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