A1 · Present Forms

Present continuous for actions happening now

Describe actions in progress at the moment.

Learning objectives

Recognise the form and meaning of present continuous for actions happening now.
Use present continuous for actions happening now in controlled A1 sentences.
Identify and correct common beginner errors.
Apply the concept in a short personal or everyday context.

Grammar rules

Use am, is or are plus the -ing form.
Use not after be for the negative.

Examples

I am working now.
She is swimming.
They are not sleeping.
Are you listening?

Common mistakes

Using a form that does not agree with the subject or noun.
Using the correct words in the wrong order.
Adding or omitting a required auxiliary, article or preposition.
Choosing a form that changes the intended meaning.

Revision notes

Review the rule, say the examples aloud, write two new examples and retake the concept test until you achieve at least 80%.

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