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Quality ESL grammar worksheets, quizzes and games - from A to Z - for teachers & learners
PRESENT CONTINUOUS

CEFR Level A1 to A2
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​3-Minute English Grammar Lesson: Introduction to the Present Continuous Tense

​Use this video in-class to supplement your lesson. Alternatively, consider sending the video link to your learners for a "flipped" class or for remote learning.

5-Minute English Grammar Quiz: Present Simple & Present Continuous Tense

​Use this video in-class to supplement your lesson. Alternatively, consider sending the video link to your learners for a "flipped" class or for remote learning.

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Grammar Worksheet     
Present Continuous


Use the 'ing' form of the verbs to describe
​the picture.

Answer Key on Page 2.


Level: Beginner to Elementary

Time: Approx 10 minutes

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Grammar Word Search
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Present Continuous


18 word items; with ANSWER KEY

Level: Beginner to Elementary

Time: Approx 15 minutes

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ACTIVITY SUGGESTION                         
Grammar Word Searches often work well as a simple warm-up at the beginning of a lesson.  A great idea is to follow-up this activity by using some (or all) of the words in a writing activity, or perhaps a board game.

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Grammar Dictation 
Present Continuous
Listen to your teacher and complete these sixteen sentences with the -ing forms of the verbs you hear.

With 'read-aloud-cues' and Answer Key on Page 2.

Level: Beginner to Elementary


Time: Approx 10 - 15 minutes

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​ACTIVITY SUGGESTION
Consider having your learners listen to the audio file below. There is a 10-second pause between each sentence. Consider playing the audio a second time if necessary.
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Editing Practice
Present Continuous
Correct the grammar mistakes below.  The first one is done for you.  There are 12 more.

126 words

Answer Key on Page 2

Level: Beginner to Elementary

Time: Approx 10 to 15 minutes


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Grammar Worksheet
Present Continuous Spelling Rules
Words With One Syllable
Complete the sentences.  Use the 'ing' verb forms

With ANSWER KEY
and percentage conversion chart


Level: Beginner to Elementary

Time: Approx 15 minutes

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ACTIVITY SUGGESTION  
Wrap-up by having students compare answers with classmates, and then choose one or two students to write their answers on the board.  Correct and discuss any mistakes.                                                        
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(Add 5 to 10 minutes.)

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Grammar Worksheet                   Present Continuous
Answer the questions by using the present continuous tense.  Use the spaces provided.

Answers will vary. 

Level: Beginner to Elementary

Time: Approx 15 minutes


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ACTIVITY SUGGESTION
Consider extending this exercise by having your learners give a reason for each answer.  For example: "I am eating breakfast because I am hungry."
  Use the back of the exercise sheet if necessary.

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Grammar
Reference Chart
                   
​Present Continuous 


Examples of present continuous statements and questions.

Print in b/w; or color for projectors or laminated prints

Level: Beginner to Elementary

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SUGGESTION                                                            
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E-mail this grammar reference chart to your students if you know their e-mail addresses, or post it on your class website.

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Grammar
Reference Chart
                   
​Present Continuous Spelling Rules


Rules on how to spell present continuous verbs 

Print in b/w; or color for projectors or laminated prints

Level: Beginner to Elementary

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SUGGESTION                                                               
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E-mail this grammar reference chart to your students if you know their e-mail addresses, or post it on your class website.
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Grammar Quiz           
Present Continuous


16 multiple-choice questions; with ANSWER KEY and percentage conversion chart

Level: Beginner to Elementary

Time: Approx 15 minutes

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ACTIVITY SUGGESTION                         
Use this quiz either as a pre-activity diagnostic tool, or as a post-activity evaluative assessment.  Consider saving time marking papers by (1) asking your learners to switch papers, and then (2) playing the YouTube video at left and having your students peer correct.  Wrap-up by  discussing any mistakes.  (Add 5 to 10 minutes.)

An original video (4:17) created and uploaded to YouTube by All Things Grammar
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​Try the interactive version of the above quiz!

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Grammar Worksheet    
Present Continuous


12 sentences (Write complete sentences using present continuous - use the prompts); with ANSWER KEY and percentage conversion chart

Level: Beginner to Elementary

Time: Approx 15 minutes

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ACTIVITY SUGGESTION                         
Before giving this worksheet to your students, review and discuss the difference between the Present Simple and Present Continuous tenses.  See the grammar reference chart at top of this page.
                                                                                            Wrap-up by having students compare answers with classmates, and then choose one or two students to write their answers on the board: (1) We are watching TV, etc.  Correct and discuss any mistakes.             
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(Add 5 to 10 minutes.)

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Grammar Crossword                  Present Continuous

18 word items; with ANSWER KEY 

Level: Beginner to Elementary

Time: Approx 15 - 20 minutes


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ACTIVITY SUGGESTION                                          
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This activity can be done individually, but it works better in pairs.  Monitor and offer occasional assistance (additional clues) for more difficult word items.
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