Simple Present Tense Quiz
This simple present tense quiz will test how well you can change verbs into the correct present simple form. Complete each sentence by choosing the correct verb form from the three options. If you need a quick reminder before you begin, review the present simple rules below. If you find you need more practice after taking the quiz, use these Present Simple Exercises.
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Present Simple Verb Rules
Use this table to help you choose the correct present simple verb form while completing the quiz.
| Subject | Rule | Example |
|---|---|---|
| He | Add -s to most verbs* | He works. |
| She | Add -s to most verbs* | She works. |
| It | Add -s to most verbs* | It works. |
| Singular nouns | Add -s to most verbs* | The dog barks. |
| I | Use the base verb | I work. |
| You | Use the base verb | You work. |
| We | Use the base verb | We work. |
| They | Use the base verb | They work. |
| Plural nouns | Use the base verb | The flowers bloom. |
*Spelling Rules
- Add -s to most verbs.
- work → works
- play → plays
- rain → rains
- Add -es to verbs ending in -o, -ch, -sh, -ss, -x, and -z.
- go → goes
- wash → washes
- watch → watches
- Change -y to -ies after a consonant.
- cry → cries
- study → studies
- Remember that have is an irregular verb.
- have → has