Revisão – AVI – 8º Ano – Língua Inglesa – Simple Present and Present

Continuous
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Simple Present
The Simple Present tense is a verb tense used to describe actions that are habitual, routine,
or generally true. It's also used to express facts, general truths, and scheduled events in the present.

Here's the basic structure:

Subject + Base Form of the Verb (or Verb + 's'/'es' for third person singular) +
Object/Complement

For example:
- "I eat breakfast every morning." (Habitual action)
- "She works at a bank." (General truth)
- "They play soccer on Saturdays." (Scheduled event)
Here are some key points about the Simple Present tense:
1. **Use for Habits and Routines:** It's used to describe actions that happen regularly or
habits. For example, "She reads the newspaper every day."
2. **General Truths:** It's used to express facts that are generally true, such as scientific
facts or universal truths. For example, "The Earth revolves around the sun."
3. **Scheduled Events:** It's used to indicate future events that are part of a timetable or
schedule. For example, "The train departs at 9:00 AM."
4. **State Verbs:** It's also used for verbs that express a state rather than an action, such
as "like," "love," "hate," "believe," etc. For example, "I love ice cream."
5. **Third Person Singular:** When the subject is a singular noun or the pronouns "he,"
"she," or "it," we add 's' or 'es' to the base form of the verb. For example, "He reads books."
6. **Negative Sentences:** To make negative sentences, we add "do not" or "does not"
before the base form of the verb. For example, "She does not like coffee."
7. **Questions:** To form questions, we use "do" or "does" before the subject, and the base
form of the verb comes after the subject. For example, "Do you speak Spanish?"
Overall, the Simple Present tense is versatile and commonly used in everyday English to describe
ongoing actions, habitual behavior, general truths, and scheduled events.

Exercises:
Title: The Curious Cat

In a cozy little town nestled between rolling hills and whispering woods, there lived a curious
cat named Whiskers. Whiskers is not your ordinary cat; he possesses an insatiable appetite for
exploration and adventure.
Every morning, as the sun peeks over the horizon, Whiskers embarks on his daily journey.
With a swish of his tail and a purr of excitement, he sets off, his whiskers twitching with anticipation.
First, he trots through the bustling marketplace, where vendors hawk their goods and children
scamper about. Whiskers weaves through the legs of the townsfolk, his eyes gleaming with wonder
at the array of sights and smells.
Next, he ventures into the lush meadow, where wildflowers dance in the breeze and
butterflies flit from bloom to bloom. Whiskers prowls through the tall grass, his ears perked for any
sign of adventure.
As the day wanes and the sun begins its descent, Whiskers makes his way to the edge of
the forest. Here, the trees stand tall and majestic, their branches reaching towards the sky like
outstretched arms. With a daring leap, Whiskers disappears into the depths of the woods, eager to
uncover its secrets.
And so, the days pass in a whirl of discovery and delight for Whiskers the curious cat. For
him, each moment is a new adventure waiting to be explored, and he wouldn't have it any other
way.

1. **Vocabulary Matching:**
Match the following words from the story with their meanings:
- Cozy
- Insatiable
- Anticipation
- Prowls
- Majestic
- Whirl
2. **Comprehension Questions:**
- What is the name of the cat in the story?
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- Describe Whiskers' daily routine.
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- Where does Whiskers venture to at the end of the day?
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- What qualities make Whiskers different from other cats?
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3. **Grammar Focus:**
Rewrite the sentences from the story, changing the verb tense from simple present to present
continuous:
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4. **Character Analysis:**
Write a paragraph describing Whiskers' personality traits based on his actions and behavior in the
story.
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5. **Creative Writing:**
Imagine you are one of the characters encountered by Whiskers during his daily adventures. Write
a diary entry from your perspective, describing your encounter with Whiskers and how it made you
feel.
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6. **Discussion Prompt:**
Discuss with a partner or in a group: Why do you think curiosity is an important trait for both
animals and humans? How does curiosity lead to learning and growth?
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Present Continuous
Present continuous tense, also known as present progressive tense, is used to describe actions that
are happening at the moment of speaking, ongoing actions, or temporary situations. It's formed by
using the present tense of the verb "to be" (am, is, are) followed by the base form of the main verb
plus the suffix "-ing".
Here's the basic structure:
- **Affirmative:** Subject + "to be" (am/is/are) + verb + "-ing"
Example: She **is reading** a book.
- **Negative:** Subject + "to be" (am/is/are) + not + verb + "-ing"
Example: They **are not playing** soccer.
 - **Interrogative:** "To be" (am/is/are) + subject + verb + "-ing"
Example: **Are** you **listening** to music?
We use the present continuous tense for several purposes:
1. **Actions Happening Now:** We use it to describe actions that are currently taking place
at the moment of speaking.
Example: I **am writing** an email right now.
2. **Ongoing Actions:** Present continuous can describe actions that are in progress but
may not necessarily be happening at the exact moment of speaking.
Example: She **is studying** for her exams this week.
3. **Future Plans:** We can use the present continuous to talk about future arrangements
or plans, especially when they are fixed or confirmed.
Example: We **are meeting** at the café tomorrow afternoon.
4. **Temporary Situations:** Present continuous can also describe temporary situations or
states.
Example: He **is staying** with his cousin until he finds a new apartment.
Overall, the present continuous tense helps us convey the idea of action in progress or temporary
situations happening around the present moment.

Exercises:
Title: The Busy Bee

In the heart of a vibrant garden, there lives a diligent bee named Buzz. Buzz is always on the
move, collecting nectar from the colorful flowers that bloom in the sunlit meadow.
As the morning sun rises, Buzz emerges from his hive, ready for another busy day. He buzzes
from one flower to another, his wings fluttering rapidly as he gathers sweet nectar.
At this moment, Buzz is zigzagging through the air, darting from petal to petal. He is sipping
nectar from the crimson roses and the golden sunflowers, his antennae twitching with delight.
Now, Buzz is performing a special dance. He is communicating with his fellow bees, showing
them the direction to the richest nectar sources. They follow his lead, buzzing excitedly as they join
in the feast.
As the day progresses, Buzz continues his work tirelessly. He is pollinating the flowers,
ensuring that they will bloom again tomorrow. He is building memories of the day in the hive, sharing
tales of his adventures with his fellow bees.
 As the sun sets on the horizon, Buzz returns to his hive, his wings tired but his heart content.
He knows that tomorrow will bring new flowers to explore, new nectar to taste, and new stories to
share.
And so, in the world of Buzz the bee, the present continuous tense weaves a tale of constant
motion, of ceaseless activity, and of the beauty found in the never-ending cycle of life in the garden.

1. **Vocabulary Matching:**
Match the following words from the story with their meanings:
- Diligent
- Fluttering
- Zigzagging
- Pollinating
- Ceaseless
- Tightly
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2. **Comprehension Questions:**
- What is the name of the bee in the story?
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- Describe Buzz's daily routine.
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- What is Buzz doing when he communicates with his fellow bees?
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- Why is Buzz's heart content at the end of the day?
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3. **Grammar Focus:**
Rewrite the sentences from the story, changing the verb tense from present continuous to simple
presente.
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4. **Character Analysis:**
Write a paragraph describing Buzz's personality traits based on his actions and behavior in the
story.
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5. **Creative Writing:**
Imagine you are one of the flowers in the garden. Write a short journal entry describing your
interaction with Buzz the bee and how it felt to be pollinated.
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6. **Discussion Prompt:**
Discuss with a partner or in a group: Why do you think bees are important for the ecosystem?
How does the story highlight the significance of bees in nature?
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These exercises aim to enhance comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, critical thinking, and
creative writing skills based on the story provided.