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Present Continous — Study Plan

ICSE · Class 4 · English Grammar

A step-by-step study plan for Present Continous, ICSE Class 4 English Grammar: what to learn first, what to practise and when to revise.

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Study Plan

1
Day 1–2

Learn the Theory

Read the textbook chapter carefully. Note down definitions, formulas and key ideas. Focus on: Understanding the Present Continuous Tense, How to Form the Present Continuous Tense.

2
Day 3

Practise

Solve the textbook exercises and extra practice questions. There are 53 questions available for this chapter.

3
Day 4

Revise & Test

Revise key points without looking at your notes. Take a practice quiz and mark weak areas for another pass.

4
Day 7

Spaced Revision

Come back to Present Continous after a week. Use flashcards for quick recall and try past exam questions on this chapter.

What to Focus On

  • Used for actions happening now.
  • Formed with am/is/are + verb + -ing.
  • Shows an ongoing action.
  • Subject + am/is/are + verb-ing
  • 'Am' is used with 'I'
  • 'Is' is used with 'he', 'she', 'it'
  • Actions happening now
  • Temporary situations
  • Often used with time words like 'now' and 'look'

Common Mistakes to Avoid

We use Present Continuous for all actions happening in the present, even if they are not happening right now.

We can use Present Continuous with all verbs like 'like', 'know', 'want'.

We can use 'am', 'is', 'are' with base verbs without -ing.

Memory Tips

Structure of Present Continuous: Subject + am/is/are + verb-ing

Use of 'is' with singular subjects

Use of 'are' with plural subjects

Use of 'am' with 'I'

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Present Continous for ICSE Class 4 English Grammar?
Key topics in Present Continous include Understanding the Present Continuous Tense, How to Form the Present Continuous Tense. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 4 exams.
How should I revise Present Continous for Class 4 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 53 practice questions on Present Continous. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

Sources & Official References

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