Present Continuous Tense Grammar Quiz

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    Today, I ______ studying for my exam. 

    • Am
    • Is
    • Are
    • None of these
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Do you know when to use "am," "is," and "are" with "-ing" verbs? Want to master the art of describing actions happening right now? Then put your grammar skills to the test with our interactive "Present Continuous Tense Quiz"! This quiz covers the exciting world of the present continuous tense, exploring its uses, rules, and tricky exceptions. We'll cover everything from basic sentence construction to more advanced concepts like using the present continuous for future actions.

This online present continuous tense test will help get instant feedback on your answers and helpful explanations to solidify your understanding. Plus, we've included challenging questions to really make you think and improve your grammar skills. If you're a student preparing for exams, an English language learner, or just a grammar enthusiast, this quiz is for you. So, are you ready to become a present continuous pro?

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  • 2. 

    They _____________ Dubai this month. 

    • Are visiting

    • Is visiting

    • Am visiting

    • None of these

    Correct Answer
    A. Are visiting
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "are visiting." This is because the subject "they" is plural, so the verb should also be in the plural form. "Are visiting" is the correct present continuous tense form of the verb "visit" for the subject "they."

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  • 3. 

    This semester is so hard. We ______ taking five classes!

    • Am

    • Is

    • Are

    • Has

    Correct Answer
    A. Are
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "are" because the sentence is referring to multiple people or a group of people (we) who are taking five classes. "Are" is the correct form of the verb "to be" for plural subjects.

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  • 4. 

    I am seeing my doctor today. I _____________ well. 

    • Are not feeling

    • Am not feeling

    • Not feel

    • Is not feeling

    Correct Answer
    A. Am not feeling
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "am not feeling" because it is the correct form of the verb "to feel" in the present continuous tense. The sentence is in the present tense and the subject "I" is performing the action of not feeling well.

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  • 5. 

    _______ is not coming to class this week. 

    • They

    • She

    • You

    • I

    Correct Answer
    A. She
    Explanation
     The correct answer is "She" because the pronoun "She" refers to a female person, indicating that a specific female individual is not coming to class this week. “They,” “You,” and “I” would not correctly match with the word “is.”

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  • 6. 

    Hurry! They___ waiting for you. 

    • 'm

    • 's

    • 'es

    • 're

    Correct Answer
    A. 're
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 're. This is because the word "they" is a plural pronoun, indicating that there is more than one person or group involved. The contraction "re" is short for "are," which is the correct form of the verb to use when referring to multiple individuals waiting.

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  • 7. 

    Today, ______ are writing an essay in class. 

    • She

    • He

    • We

    • I

    Correct Answer
    A. We
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "we" because it is the only option that refers to multiple people. The sentence suggests that multiple individuals are writing an essay in class today.

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  • 8. 

    _____ you coming to class today?

    • Am

    • Is

    • Has

    • Are

    Correct Answer
    A. Are
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Are" because the question is asking about the subject "you" and in English, when asking about the subject "you", we use the verb "are" in the present tense.

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  • 9. 

    She is angry at her brother. She _____________ with him today. 

    • Not play

    • Not playing

    • Is not playing

    • Not played

    Correct Answer
    A. Is not playing
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "is not playing" because the sentence is in the present tense and the verb "to be" (is) should be used with the present participle form of the verb (playing) to indicate an ongoing action.

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  • 10. 

    ______ she out shopping now?

    • Am

    • Is

    • Are

    • Have

    Correct Answer
    A. Is
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Is" because the subject "she" is singular, so the correct verb form to use is "is" in the present tense.

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Juliette Firla |MA (Teaching Writing) |
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Juliette is a middle school English teacher at Sacred Heart of Greenwich, Connecticut. Juliette earned a BA in English/Language Arts Teacher Education from Elon University and an MA in Teaching Writing from Johns Hopkins University. She holds a Classroom Teacher license from the Connecticut State Department of Education. Juliette possesses strong skills in English language arts, writing, editing, and literature study. She has a deep passion for working with young people and contributing to the education of America's youth in the classroom.

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