L106 The Simple Present Tense


Lecture 2  Uses of the Simple Present Verb Form

  • The verb form in a sentence shows the time that the action happens.  This called tense

  • The simple present tense show that the action usually happens or is a habit.  It also states a general truth.

Examples:
     Cheryl drives to work every day.
     Her brothers fix cars.    
     Our class starts at noon.
     It rains in Miami.