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Present Continuous Tense
Card 1Present Continuous Tense

What is the Present Continuous Tense?

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The Present Continuous Tense is used to talk about actions that are happening right now, at this moment. For example: 'I am eating an apple.' The action is going on now.

Card 2Present Continuous Tense

How do we form the Present Continuous Tense?

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We form it using: am / is / are + verb + -ing. For example: 'She is dancing.' 'They are playing.'…

Card 3Present Continuous Tense

When do we use 'am' in the Present Continuous Tense?

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'Am' is used with 'I'. For example: 'I am reading a book.' We never say 'I is' — always 'I am'.

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When do we use 'is' in the Present Continuous Tense?

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'Is' is used with singular subjects like 'he', 'she', 'it', or a single person/animal. For example: 'He is running.' 'The cat is sleeping.'…

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When do we use 'are' in the Present Continuous Tense?

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'Are' is used with 'you', 'we', 'they', and plural subjects. For example: 'You are singing.' 'The children are playing.'…

Card 6Present Continuous Tense

What happens to the verb in the Present Continuous Tense?

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We add '-ing' to the base form of the verb. For example: 'run' becomes 'running', 'eat' becomes 'eating'.

Card 7Present Continuous Tense

Give an example of a sentence using 'I am + verb-ing'.

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I am drawing a picture. This means the action of drawing is happening right now.

Card 8Present Continuous Tense

Give an example of a sentence using 'She is + verb-ing'.

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She is writing a letter. This means she is doing it at this moment.

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What are the important topics in Present Continuous Tense for ICSE Class 3 Essentials of English Grammar and Composition?
Key topics in Present Continuous Tense include Understanding the Present Continuous Tense, Using 'Am', 'Is', and 'Are'. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 3 exams.
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There are 20 flashcards for Present Continuous Tense covering key definitions, facts and ideas. A few sample cards are shown on this page.
How should I revise Present Continuous Tense for Class 3 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 35 practice questions on Present Continuous Tense. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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