The Simple Present

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  • WEAK VERBS

    WEAK VERBS
    We must use auxiliaries in regular verbs.
    Add -s or -es in the third person in positive sentences.
    Use don´t / doesn´t in negative form.
    Use Do / Does in question form.

  • STRONG VERBS

    STRONG VERBS
    The irregular verbs don't need auxiliaries they are considered strong verbs: am - is - are.
    I will explain in the next class.

  • The Simple Present Tense / Positive sentences and examples

    The Simple Present Tense / Positive sentences and examples
    Explanation and examples of Positive Sentences.
    Use in affirmative actions or routines the rules to the third person.
    Structure: Subj + V. base + Complement.
    Example: The earth goes around the sun.
    I usually go away at weekends.
    Murphy, R. (2012) English Grammar in Use. 4ta. Edición

  • Negative sentences

    Negative sentences
    Use to do negative actions.
    Structure: Subj + don´t / doesn´t + V. base + Complement.
    Example: Rice doesn´t grow in cold climates.
    I don´t play video games.
    Murphy, R. (2012) English Grammar in Use. 4ta. Edición

  • Yes/No Questions and Answers

    Yes/No Questions and Answers
    Use Do / Does to do questions and long and short answers.
    Structure: Do/Does + Subj + V. base + Complement +?
    Example: Does Luis drive a truck?
    Positive Answers: Yes, Luis drives a truck. / Yes, Luis does.
    Negative Answers: No, Luis doesn´t dive a truck. / No, Luis doesn't.
    Murphy, R. (2012) English Grammar in Use. 4ta. Edición