Present Progressive Explained: Expressing Actions in the Moment
There are several ways to express a specific action in the present, and one of these forms is called Present Progressive. This form is used when an action is taking place at the moment. Learn how time expressions like "now," "at this moment," "today," and more are used with Present Progressive to describe ongoing actions. Follow the story of Mr. Cohen as he moves through different actions in the present moment, showcasing the use of Present Progressive. Explore through visuals and examples to grasp a better understanding of this tense.
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Present Progressive . Present Progressive . Present Progressive . There are several ways to express a specific action in the present. One of these forms is called Present Progressive. When an action takes place at this moment we use the Present Progressive.
Time Expressions ! ! now at this moment at present right now- Look! Listen! today tonight this afternoon-
Good Night Mr. Cohen Taken from: Neighbors It is night. It s eleven o clock. Mr. Cohen is in bed. His eyes are closed. He is sleeping.
Listen! The taps* are dripping.* *taps= *dripping=
He is standing near the taps. Listen It s quiet now.
Mr. Cohen is in bed again. His head is on his pillow. His eyes are closed. Sh! Mr. Cohen is sleeping.
Bella and Sharon are standing near the door. They are talking.
Mr. Cohens eyes are open. He is angry. He is talking.
Mr. Cohens head is on the pillow. His eyes are closed. Sh! He is sleeping.
Present Progressive Sentence Structure / . - . Be am/is/are ing +
. . Present Progressive Be am/is/are ing + / subject Mr. Cohen is walking to the taps.
Be am/is/are ing + subject / 1) Look! The monkey _______________ (jump) from the tree. 2) The dogs _____________(sleep) now. 3) Father _______________(read) a book right now
Present Progressive Spelling Rules/
A. Add ing according to the rules: 1. run 2. swim 3. go 4. open 5. stir 6. close 7. fix 8. lie 9. remember 10. listen 11. take 12. smile
B. Write am, is or are: 1. your sister 7. your friends 8. her friend 9. grandmother 10. the milkman 11. my cousin and me 12. the animals 2. Rachel 3. you and your family 4. this technician 5. the vegetables 6. the lion and you
C. Complete the sentences: 1. He _______________ (do) his homework at this moment. 2. Many pupils_______________ (come) to school now. 3. The teacher _______________ (speak) to my parents right now. 4. This man _______________ (stay) to the hospital today. 5. My friend_______________ (ask) for a pencil. 6. Most of the workers _______________ (work) now.
