Constantly

happening.
Happening at the
My cat’s always
moment of. speaking. sleeping.
I’m reading this now.

General situation, actions Something happening in the NEAR

occurring in the present. future and WE’RE SURE about.
I’m currently studying I’m having cereal for dinner.
English.
Temporary
actions/situations.
It’s raining now.

REMEMBER!
AFFIRMATIVE. Verb To Be
Subject + verb to be + verb -ing + complement
I + am + studying + English Am / Is / Are
You + are + playing + videogames ‘m / ‘s / ‘re
NEGATIVE
Subject + verb to be NEG + verb -ing + complement
He + isn’t + studying + for the exam
We + aren’t + running + in the park

INTERROGATIVE
Verb to be + subject + verb -ing + complement + ?
Are + they + cooking + pasta + ?
Is + she + watching + TV + ?

Now, let’s practise!

Choose the correct answer.

1. My dad _______________ his car now.

2. My granny _______________ spaghetti.

3. I _______________ videogames with my brother.

4. ________ my sister ___________ for her French exam?

5. We _______________ Math exam tomorrow.

6. My cousins _______________ soccer in the garden.

7. ________ you __________ a book?

8. The sun _______________ a lot today.

9. I _______________ studying English.

10. She _______________ in the park now.