Simple Present Vs. Present Progressive

Grammar Practice Worksheets

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Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12

This lesson will show if your students truly understand the difference between the simple present and the present progressive. There are multiple mixed-tense exercises, including some that review time markers and action vs. non-action verbs.

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foundational
grammar
simple present
present progressive
mixed tenses
time markers
adverbs of frequency
action verbs
non-action verbs
productive
assessment

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