Present Continous
ICSE · Class 4 · English Grammar
Step-by-step guide to study Present Continous in ICSE Class 4 English Grammar. Topics to cover, practice strategy, and time allocation.
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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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