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By the end of this lesson, students will be able to identify and correctly use the four present tenses (simple present, present continuous, present perfect, and present perfect continuous) in context.

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Students will demonstrate understanding of present tense usage appropriate for FCE B2 level, including time expressions and context clues that determine tense choice.

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Students will confidently use present tenses in spoken and written communication, showing accuracy in form and appropriateness in context.

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Start with the question: 'How do we express different types of present actions in English?' Show students four images of people doing different activities and elicit present tense sentences. This activates prior knowledge and sets the lesson focus.

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Direct instruction: Teacher presents the four present tenses with clear examples and time expressions. Use a visual timeline showing when each tense is used. Include form, use, and signal words for each tense.

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SMASH English - Cambridge English Exam Preparation

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EVERY use of PRESENT SIMPLE! - English Grammar for B2 First (FCE)

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Students work in pairs to identify which present tense is used in 10 different sentences. Provide answer key for self-checking. Circulate and provide feedback. This builds confidence before independent work.

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LiveWorksheets transforms your traditional printable worksheets into self-correcting interactive exercises that the students can do online and send to the teacher.

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Small groups create a 'Day in the Life' story using all four present tenses. Each group member contributes 2-3 sentences. Groups can share their stories using Padlet for peer feedback and voting on the most creative story.

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Students mingle and ask questions using different present tenses: 'Do you play tennis?' 'Are you studying French?' 'Have you ever been to London?' 'How long have you been learning English?' This provides meaningful speaking practice.

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Individual worksheet with 15 sentences where students choose the correct present tense. Include context clues and time expressions. Differentiated versions available for different proficiency levels.

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For struggling students: Provide a simplified chart with basic rules and fewer examples. Offer additional practice with simpler sentences focusing on present simple and continuous first.

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Advanced students create a short dialogue between two people using all four present tenses naturally. Focus on using complex time expressions and showing subtle differences between present perfect and present perfect continuous.

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Observe students during pair and group work. Use a checklist to note correct tense usage. Ask targeted questions to individuals to check understanding: 'Why did you choose present perfect here?'

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Mid-lesson assessment: Students write one sentence for each present tense about their own lives. This shows immediate understanding and helps identify who needs additional support.

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During the collaborative story activity, students evaluate each other's use of present tenses using a simple rubric. This encourages attention to accuracy and peer learning.

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End-of-lesson quiz: 10 multiple choice questions testing present tense recognition and usage in context. Include FCE-style questions with realistic scenarios and appropriate difficulty level.

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B2 English Grammar Test - Present Tenses multiple-choice questions

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Whole class discussion: 'Which present tense do you find most challenging and why?' 'Give an example of when you would use present perfect continuous.' This helps consolidate learning and addresses remaining questions.

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Students work in pairs to complete a mind map showing the four present tenses with examples and key uses. Display some examples around the classroom for reference.

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Individual reflection: Students write three sentences about their weekend plans using different present tenses, then identify which tense they used in each sentence and why. This shows practical application of the lesson.

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Complete a comprehensive worksheet with mixed present tense exercises including sentence transformation, error correction, and gap filling. Focus on FCE-level complexity and real-world contexts.

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Write a short paragraph (100 words) describing your typical day and your current projects/goals. Use all four present tenses naturally. Underline each verb and identify the tense used.

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Complete interactive online exercises on present tenses. Recommended platforms include Perfect English Grammar or Cambridge English online practice materials for additional reinforcement.

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Grammar for First Certificate in English (FCE) | EnglishRevealed

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Find three examples of present perfect continuous in English media (songs, articles, videos) and note why this tense was used instead of present perfect simple. This prepares for deeper analysis next class.