Present simple vs present continuous Exercises: 11 Questions with Answers

Question 1

Choose the correct sentence.

Accepted Answer

I know the answer.

Answer

I am knowing the answer.

Answer

I knows the answer.

Question 2

Which sentence describes a temporary situation?

Accepted Answer

He is working in Casablanca this month, covering for a colleague.

Answer

He works in Casablanca.

Answer

He worked in Casablanca.

Question 3

Which sentence best fits a Task 1 description of a factory process diagram?

Accepted Answer

The conveyor belt carries the bottles to the sealing machine.

Answer

The conveyor belt is carrying the bottles to the sealing machine.

Answer

The conveyor belt carried the bottles to the sealing machine.

Question 4

Which pair is correct?

Accepted Answer

'I have a new car.' (possession) / 'I'm having a great time.' (experience)

Answer

'I am having a new car.' (possession) / 'I have a great time.' (experience)

Answer

'I have a new car.' (possession) / 'I have a great time.' (experience); continuous never fits either

Present simple vs present continuous exercises