Grammar Rules: Learning about Verb Tense

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PTE Academic is a computer-based English assessment. The exam measures the test-takers' ability to survive in an English-speaking community by assessing their four communicative skills: Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. Taking the PTE Academic exam entails intensive preparations and mastering the fundamentals of the English language.

VERB TENSE

Understanding the proper use of verb tense can significantly boost your grammar skills. Verb tense is used to indicate the time of occurrence. There are three main tenses: past, present, and future.

I.                    Past Tense

The simple past tense is used to refer to situations that have already happened.  

Example:     They went home late last night.

                     The students studied hard last night for the PTE Academic exam.

It may also be used to describe a situation that took place for a longer period in the past.

Example:     Instructors in the PTE review center participated in months-long rigorous training to provide students a quality education.

                    She kept quiet for years, but now she lets her potential shine.

The simple past tense may also be used to refer to past occurrences that repeatedly happened before.

Example:      The students practiced speaking every after class before the actual PTE Academic exam.

                      The instructor called the student thrice but to no response.

II.                  Present Tense

The simple present tense is used to describe an occurrence that takes place at the moment or to refer to an action that is habitually performed.

Example:     The student is reading a handbook.

                     The instructors are in the faculty room.

It can also indicate something that regularly happens.

Example:     The students go to class 30 minutes earlier to have time for breakfast.

                     They always start the lecture on time.

In some cases, the simple present tense may also be used to refer to a future situation.

Example:     The train leaves at 6 p.m.

                    They will study the content once they arrive home.

III.                Future Tense

The future tense is used to indicate an event or an action that will happen in the future. For one, it may be used to give or ask information.

Example:     It will be a long journey, for sure.

                    Will you go the PTE review center tomorrow?

It can also be used to talk about possible occurrences without complete certainty.

Example:     Let us wait for a few minutes. I think the student will be here soon.

                    You will not ace the exam if you continue your bad habits.

The future tense may also be used to refer to conditional occurrences.

Example:     If you ace the PTE Academic exam, I will throw a feast.

                    Do not overdo your exam preparation or you will suffer from extreme fatigue.

It can also be used to express an intention –promises or threats.

Example:     I will call once I get home.

                    Study now, or you will not go to the party tonight.

The verb tenses –simple past, simple present, and future tense- discussed above are the three main tenses that you need to understand for better written and verbal communication. Learn more about the basics of the English language with JRooz’s PTE Academic review program.