28.09 Homework

Exercise 1. Circle the correct word or phrase.

1. I work / am working at the local library for the summer.
2. We don’t go / aren’t going to the theatre very often.
3. Stacy gets / is getting ready for school, so she can’t come to the phone.
4. Does Gary even talk / Is Gary even talking about his expedition to the Amazon jungle?
5. In squash, you hit / are hitting a ball against a wall.
6. I read / am reading a newspaper at least once a week.
7. Do you practise / Are you practising the piano for two hours every day?
8. Nadine and Claire do / are doing quite well at school at the moment.
9. A good friend knows / is knowing when you’re upset about something.
10. How do you spell / are you spelling your name?

Exercise 2. Complete using the correct present simple or present continuous form of the verbs in the box. You may have to use some negative words.

1. In Monopoly, you move around the board, buying houses and hotels.

2. Are you watching this programme or can I turn the TV off?

3. Regular exercise helps you to stay healthy.

4. I use my brother's guitar until I get a new one.

5. Does Simon always do the washing-up after lunch?

6. Do you have any sweaters in a larger size?

7. You aren't holding the kite right. Let me show you.

8. Dad belongs to the local astronomy club.