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Poornima Sharma

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The basic formula of the simple past tense is as follows: Subject + verb in the past tense (verb + 'ed/d' for regular verbs). For regular verbs, the past tense form is usually formed by adding "-ed" to the base form of the verb. For irregular verbs, the past tense form is unique and must be learnt by the students. 

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Poornima Sharma

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The simple past tense, in English, is used to describe an action that took place in the past. In most cases, the simple past tense is formed by adding an 'ed' or a 'd' to the end of the base verb. However, there are other verbs which have different spellings when used in the simple past form. They need to be summarized.

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Saumya Jain

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To understand the key differences between Simple Present Tense and Present Continuous Tense, look at the table below:

Aspect

Simple Present Tense

Present Continuous Tense

Usage

Describes habitual actions, general truths, and facts

Describes actions happening now or around the present moment

Structure (Affirmative)

Subject + base verb (+s/es for he/she/it)

Subject + am/is/are + verb + -ing

Structure (Negative)

Subject + do/does + not + base verb

Subject + am/is/are + not + verb + -ing

Structure (Interrogative)

Do/Does + subject + base verb?

Am/Is/Are + subject + verb + -ing?

Time Indicators

Always, usually, often, never, every day/week

Now, right now, at the moment, currently

Duration of Action

Regular or repeated over time

Temporary or happening at/around the present moment

Verb Types

Often used with stative verbs (e.g., know, like)

Generally not used with stative verbs

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Rashmi Chatterjee

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Yes, simple present tense cna be used when describing certain future events which are already scheduled, for example:

  • The bus departs at 6 PM sharp. 
  • My Spanish classes begin next week. 

 

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Rashmi Shukla

Contributor-Level 6

The following mistakes should be avoid when using the Simple Present Tense:

  • Forgetting the -s/-es in third-person singular

Example: She go to school. (Incorrect)

She goes to school. (Correct)

  • Using do/does in affirmative sentences

Example: She does eat the dinner. (Incorrect)

She eats dinner. (Correct)

  • Incorrect word order in questions

Example: He goes where? (Incorrect)

Where does he go? (correct)

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Mani Malhotra

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Simple Present Tense is the kind of verb tense which is used in our everyday life. The scenarios where Simple Present Tense can be used are:

  • To describe daily routine 
  • To describe facts or universal truths
  • To describe scheduled events
  • To describe feelings and state of being
  • To describe directions and instructions
  • To describe habits

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Shiksha Shukla

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There are three kinds of simple present tense in the English language. The structure for each is as follows:

Affirmative: Subject + base verb (add -s/-es for third-person singular)

Negative: Subject + do/does + not + base verb

Interrogative: Do/Does + subject + base verb +?

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Mayank Kumari

Contributor-Level 7

Some books for Bihar B.Ed CET preparation are mentioned here:

  • For Mental Ability candidates can refer to the "A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning" by R.S. Aggarwal.
  • For Teaching Aptitude subject, students can rely on : "Teaching Aptitude & Attitude Test" by Arihant Publications.
  • For General Awareness you can refer to : "Lucent's General Knowledge" and newspapers like The Hindu.
  • For Language Proficiency this is some book you can: "English Grammar & Composition" by Wren & Martin.

Also refer to the online study materials, solve past year question papers and give mock tests when the exam is near.

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Vidhi Jain

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It is better to start preparing at least 8 to 10 months before the final exam date. Early preparation gives you an opportunity to cover the maximum exam syllabus topics, practice old year papers and do a thorough revision at the end, which can significantly increase your chances of getting good marks and being shortlisted for admission to BTech Environmental Engineering

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