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Continuous Tense

ICSE · Class 6 · English Language- Grammar

Complete topic list for Continuous Tense in ICSE Class 6 English Language- Grammar. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 6 English Language- Grammar

Topics in Continuous Tense

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1. Present Continuous Tense

  • Used for actions happening right now or around the present time.
  • Also used for planned future actions (with time mentioned).
  • Structure: Subject + am/is/are + verb-ing
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2. Past Continuous Tense

  • Describes an action that was ongoing at a specific time in the past.
  • Often used with simple past tense to show interruption (e.g., 'I was sleeping when the phone rang').
  • Structure: Subject + was/were + verb-ing
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3. Future Continuous Tense

  • Describes an action that will be in progress at a specific time in the future.
  • Structure: Subject + will be/shall be + verb-ing
  • Negative: Add 'not' after will/shall (e.g., will not be → won't be).
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4. Rules for Adding -ing to Verbs

  • Most verbs: Add -ing directly (play → playing).
  • Verbs ending in 'e': Drop 'e' and add -ing (come → coming).
  • One-syllable verbs ending in consonant-vowel-consonant: Double the last letter (run → running).

Key Concepts

Central concept: Continuous Tense

Present Continuous TensePast Continuous TenseFuture Continuous Tense-ing Form of VerbsVerbs Not Used in Continuous TensesSimple Present vs Present Continuous

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Continuous Tense for ICSE Class 6 English Language- Grammar?
Continuous Tense covers several key topics that are frequently asked in ICSE Class 6 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
How to score full marks in Continuous Tense — ICSE Class 6 English Language- Grammar?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 50 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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