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Simple Present Tense — Revision Notes
ICSE · Class 3 · Essentials of English Grammar and Composition
Simple Present Tense revision notes for ICSE Class 3 Essentials of English Grammar and Composition: 2 topics in quick points.
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Key Topics to Revise
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Understanding the Simple Present Tense
- We use the simple present tense for general truths, habits, and repeated actions.
- For subjects like I, you, we, they, and plural nouns, we use the base form of the verb (e.g., play, eat, go).
- For subjects like he, she, it, and singular nouns, we add -s or -es to the verb (e.g., plays, goes, watches).
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Rules for Adding -s or -es
- Most verbs add -s in the third person singular (e.g., likes, runs).
- Verbs ending in -sh, -ch, -ss, -x, or -o add -es (e.g., watches, fixes, goes).
- Verbs ending in consonant + y change y to i and add -es (e.g., 'carry' → 'carries').
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Full NotesKey Concepts
We use the simple present tenseThe root form is the basicWhen the subject is heThe verb must match the subject
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important topics in Simple Present Tense for ICSE Class 3 Essentials of English Grammar and Composition?
Key topics in Simple Present Tense include Understanding the Simple Present Tense, Rules for Adding -s or -es. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 3 exams.
How should I revise Simple Present Tense for Class 3 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 42 practice questions on Simple Present Tense. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.
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