Using the Present Progressive Tense
5th Grade · ELA · 20 min
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Learning Objective
I can form present progressive tense verbs using "is," "are," or "am" with verbs ending in -ing.
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The present continuous tense is formed using the present simple form of the verb "to be" (am, is, are) and adding -ing to the end of the main verb.
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We use the contracted form of "to be" in everyday speech, such as "I'm," "you're," "he's," "she's," "we're," and "they're" when using the present continuous.
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The present continuous tense is used to describe actions happening right now, to talk about things you are currently doing in your life, and to talk about a planned event in the future.
