The present simple takes the following forms:

Subject + the present simple form of the verb + (objects)

Alice knits a sweater.

Water boils.

Birds sing.

Complete the following sentences using the appropriate simple present tense form of the verb given in the brackets. In the case of questions, use the indicated subject as well.

Each sentence given below contains a mistake. Find the mistake and correct it.

1. I was greatly moved with their kindness.

2. He sat there lost out his dreams.

Here is a quick overview of the present perfect tense.

Subject + has / have + past participle + adverbials / complements etc.

She has worked with us since 2002.

Countable nouns are the names of people and objects which can be counted. Examples are: books, pen, tree, boy, country etc.

Countable nouns have plural forms. They can also be used with the indefinite article a/an.

Carry can mean ‘keep the head or body in a certain way’.

He carries himself like a warrior.

How well he carries his head!

To carry one’s point

Complete the following sentences using appropriate demonstrative or indefinite pronouns.

1. ……………………… must not be proud of one’s own success.

2. Both colors are good but …………………. is brighter than ………………………