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Ace Your Present Perfect Practice Quiz

Boost Your Grammar with Progressive and Perfect Tense Quizzes

Difficulty: Moderate
Grade: Grade 4
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Easy
Which sentence is in the present perfect tense?
She has finished her homework.
She is finishing her homework.
She finished her homework.
She will finish her homework.
The present perfect tense is formed with 'has/have' plus the past participle, as seen in 'has finished'. This structure indicates an action that was completed with present relevance.
Which auxiliary verb is correctly used with the pronoun 'I' to form the present perfect tense?
has
do
am
have
For the pronoun 'I', the correct auxiliary verb is 'have.' This creates the construction 'I have + past participle' to form the present perfect.
Choose the correct past participle form of the verb 'to go' for use in the present perfect tense.
went
going
goes
gone
The past participle of 'to go' is 'gone,' which is used with the auxiliary 'has/have' in the present perfect tense. This distinguishes it from the simple past form 'went.'
Which sentence best shows the present perfect tense indicating an action with present relevance?
They are solving the problem.
They will solve the problem.
They have solved the problem.
They solved the problem.
The sentence 'They have solved the problem' uses the present perfect form to indicate that the action is completed and has relevance to the current situation. It correctly combines the auxiliary with the past participle.
What is the typical structure of a present perfect sentence?
'was/were' followed by a base verb.
'has/have' followed by a base verb.
'has/have' followed by a past participle.
'is/are' followed by a past participle.
The present perfect tense is constructed using the auxiliary 'has' or 'have' followed by the past participle of the main verb. This structure differentiates it from other tenses.
Medium
Which sentence correctly uses the present perfect to indicate a completed action with present relevance?
She will finish the test.
She has finished the test.
She finished the test.
She is finishing the test.
The sentence 'She has finished the test' correctly uses the present perfect form to show that the action is completed and has relevance to the present moment. The auxiliary 'has' combined with the past participle 'finished' confirms its proper formation.
Choose the sentence that properly forms the negative in the present perfect tense.
They haven't ate breakfast.
They did not eaten breakfast.
They has not eaten breakfast.
They have not eaten breakfast.
The correct negative form in the present perfect is 'have not' (or its contraction 'haven't') followed by the past participle 'eaten.' This maintains the proper structure of the tense.
Select the sentence that correctly forms a question in the present perfect tense.
Did you see my keys?
Are you seen my keys?
Have you seen my keys?
You have seen my keys?
In the present perfect tense, forming a question requires inverting the subject and the auxiliary verb. 'Have you seen my keys?' demonstrates this correct structure.
Identify the sentence that uses 'since' correctly with the present perfect tense.
I know him since 2010.
I have known him for 2010.
I have known him since 2010.
I knew him since 2010.
The sentence 'I have known him since 2010.' correctly pairs the present perfect with the time marker 'since' to indicate when the action began. This is the appropriate usage for denoting a starting point in time.
Which sentence properly conveys that an action occurred at an unspecified time before now using the present perfect tense?
We have visited the museum.
We will visit the museum.
We visited the museum.
We are visiting the museum.
The present perfect tense is used when the exact time of an action is not specified. 'We have visited the museum.' illustrates this with no mention of a specific time.
What is the past participle of the verb 'to write' used in the present perfect tense?
write
wrote
writing
written
The past participle of 'to write' is 'written,' which is necessary for forming the present perfect tense. Using the correct form is essential for proper tense construction.
Which sentence expresses a continuing action from the past into the present using the present perfect tense?
I will live in this city for ten years.
I am living in this city for ten years.
I lived in this city for ten years.
I have lived in this city for ten years.
The sentence 'I have lived in this city for ten years.' uses the present perfect along with the duration indicator 'for ten years' to show that the action started in the past and continues up to the present.
Select the sentence that correctly uses an adverb in the present perfect tense to indicate a recent action.
He is just finishing his homework.
He has just finished his homework.
He will just finish his homework.
He just finished his homework.
The adverb 'just' is correctly paired with the present perfect in 'He has just finished his homework.' to emphasize that the action occurred very recently.
Identify the sentence that accurately uses the present perfect to describe an accomplishment without specifying when it happened.
They won several awards over the years.
They are winning several awards over the years.
They will win several awards over the years.
They have won several awards over the years.
The present perfect is used when the specific time of an action is not mentioned. 'They have won several awards over the years.' correctly reflects an accomplishment with an unspecified time frame.
Which sentence includes an adverb that pairs appropriately with the present perfect tense?
He has already completed his project.
He is already completing his project.
He already completed his project.
He completes already his project.
The sentence 'He has already completed his project.' correctly uses the adverb 'already' with the present perfect tense to indicate that the action is complete. The placement of 'already' is appropriate and typical in this construction.
Hard
Which sentence uses the present perfect to emphasize an action with current consequences?
She has broken her leg, so she cannot participate.
She broke her leg, so she cannot participate.
She is breaking her leg, so she cannot participate.
She will break her leg, so she cannot participate.
Using the present perfect in 'She has broken her leg' underscores that the past action continues to affect the present. This structure effectively highlights the ongoing consequence of the earlier event.
Choose the sentence that correctly uses the present perfect within a conditional clause.
If you have finished your homework, you can watch TV.
If you will finish your homework, you can watch TV.
If you are finishing your homework, you can watch TV.
If you finished your homework, you can watch TV.
The sentence correctly employs the present perfect in the conditional clause to indicate that the completion of homework is a prerequisite for watching TV. 'Have finished' properly signals the completion of the action.
Identify the sentence that demonstrates a change over time using the present perfect tense.
Her performance will improve significantly since last semester.
Her performance has improved significantly since last semester.
Her performance is improving significantly since last semester.
Her performance improved significantly since last semester.
This sentence uses the present perfect to bridge a past change with its current consequences. The structure 'has improved' effectively communicates that the improvement started in the past and continues to have significance now.
Select the sentence that correctly employs the present perfect in reported speech to stress current relevance.
Mark said he is submitting his assignment.
Mark said he was submitting his assignment.
Mark said he has already submitted his assignment.
Mark said he already submitted his assignment.
The sentence maintains the present perfect in reported speech to emphasize that the action of submitting the assignment is of present importance. This use highlights that the result of the action is still relevant.
Select the sentence that exhibits the correct use of the present perfect to express a long-held desire.
I am always dreaming of becoming a musician.
I always dreamed of becoming a musician.
I will always dream of becoming a musician.
I have always dreamed of becoming a musician.
The present perfect construction 'I have always dreamed...' expresses a desire that began in the past and continues into the present. This tense effectively communicates the ongoing nature of the speaker's aspiration.
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Study Outcomes

  1. Identify present tense verbs and conjugate them correctly in simple and compound sentences.
  2. Apply the rules of present tense grammar to formulate grammatically correct sentences.
  3. Analyze common present tense mistakes and select appropriate corrections.
  4. Synthesize sentence structures to enhance overall mastery of present tense usage.

Present Perfect & Progressive Cheat Sheet

  1. Understand the structure of the present perfect tense - The present perfect is built with "have" or "has" plus the past participle, so you're basically a tense-building superhero! It lets you connect past actions to now - think of it as a time-travel connector. Try spotting it in songs or movies for extra practice. The Present Perfect Tense
  2. Recognize when to use "have" vs. "has" - Use "have" with I, you, we, and they, and "has" with he, she, and it. It's like assigning sidekicks to your main verb - pick the right partner for perfect results! Create flashcards to cement this dynamic duo. The Present Perfect Tense
  3. Learn common time expressions - Words like ever, never, just, already, yet, since, and for are your best friends in the present perfect world. They add flavor and precision: "She has just arrived" or "I have never seen it." Turn these into a fun bingo game for your study group! Present Perfect in English: Full Guide + Exercises
  4. Differentiate present perfect vs. past simple - Present perfect is for actions that still matter now, while past simple is for events locked in the past. Think of present perfect as a bridge back to today and past simple as a museum exhibit date-stamped long ago. Use color-coded timelines to see the difference at a glance. Present Perfect Tense - GrammarBank
  5. Practice forming negatives - Simply insert "not" after "have" or "has": "I have not seen that movie." It's like adding a mini plot twist to your sentence! Challenge yourself to turn ten positive sentences into negatives in under two minutes. The Present Perfect Tense
  6. Form questions in the present perfect - Flip your sentence by placing "have" or "has" before the subject: "Have you finished your homework?" It's perfect for interviews, quizzes, and friendly debates. Practice with a partner by role-playing as a detective and suspect! The Present Perfect Tense
  7. Use "since" vs. "for" correctly - "Since" pinpoints a start date ("since 2010"), while "for" covers a duration ("for 5 years"). It's like marking when your favorite series began versus how many binge-watches you've had. Draw a timeline on your notebook for instant visual clarity! Present Perfect in English: Full Guide + Exercises
  8. Watch out for common mistakes - Don't slip into past simple when no specific time is mentioned; instead of "I saw that movie," say "I have seen that movie." It's the little things that level up your fluency. Keep a "mistake diary" to track and conquer your own slip-ups. Present Perfect Exercises and Examples How to Use It
  9. Reinforce with exercises - Practice makes perfect! Use quizzes and fill-in-the-blank activities to lock in your skills. Set daily mini-challenges, like writing three present perfect sentences about your day. Present Perfect Exercises
  10. Remember the key connection - The present perfect bridges past actions and current relevance, emphasizing how yesterday's stories shape today. Embrace this power to sound more confident and natural in English conversations. Keep a "perfect tense journal" to record all your wins! The Present Perfect Tense
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