Chapter 15 of 33
Revision Notes
Present Continuous Tense — Revision Notes
ICSE · Class 5 · Essentials of English Grammar and Composition
Present Continuous Tense revision notes for ICSE Class 5 Essentials of English Grammar and Composition: 4 topics in quick points.
29 questions20 flashcards5 concepts
Interactive on Super Tutor
Studying Present Continuous Tense? Get the full interactive chapter.
Quizzes, flashcards, AI doubt-solver and a step-by-step study plan — built for revision notes and more.
Free trial, no card needed.
Key Topics to Revise
1
What is the Present Continuous Tense?
- It describes an action that is happening right now.
- It shows an action in progress at the time of speaking.
- It is also called the Present Progressive Tense.
2
How to Form the -ing Verb
- Most verbs: add -ing directly — play → playing.
- Verbs ending in 'e': drop 'e' and add -ing — write → writing.
- Verbs ending in 'ie': change to 'y' and add -ing — die → dying.
3
When to Use Present Continuous Tense
- To describe actions happening now — 'I am reading a book.'
- For temporary actions — 'He is staying with his uncle this week.'
- To talk about future plans — 'We are going to Delhi tomorrow.'
4
Present Continuous vs Simple Present Tense
- Simple Present: for habits, routines, general truths — 'I play football every Sunday.'
- Present Continuous: for actions happening now — 'I am playing football now.'
- Signal words: Simple Present uses 'always', 'usually', 'every day'; Present Continuous uses 'now', 'at this moment'.
Get complete notes with diagrams and examples
Full NotesKey Concepts
The present continuous tense describesTo form the present continuous tenseMost verbs just add 'Words like 'now'Simple present is for habits
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important topics in Present Continuous Tense for ICSE Class 5 Essentials of English Grammar and Composition?
Key topics in Present Continuous Tense include What is the Present Continuous Tense?, How to Form the -ing Verb, When to Use Present Continuous Tense, Present Continuous vs Simple Present Tense. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 5 exams.
How should I revise Present Continuous Tense for Class 5 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 29 practice questions on Present Continuous Tense. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.
Sources & Official References
Content is aligned to the official syllabus. Refer to the board website for the latest curriculum.
More resources for Present Continuous Tense
For serious students
Get the full Present Continuous Tense chapter — start free.
Quizzes, flashcards, an AI doubt solver and a study plan for ICSE Class 5 Essentials of English Grammar and Composition. Free to start, no card needed.