Present Continuous Tense Exercises Printable May 2026

Mastering the Present Continuous Tense: The Ultimate Collection of Printable Exercises

The present continuous tense (also known as the present progressive) is one of the first major hurdles for English language learners. While the simple present describes habits and general truths ("I eat breakfast at 7 AM"), the present continuous captures the now—the actions currently in progress, future plans, and temporary situations.

📖 Story: "A Busy Morning at Home"

It is 10:00 AM on Saturday, and the Miller family is very busy. present continuous tense exercises printable

1. She ________________ (watch) TV right now.
2. They ________________ (play) football in the garden.
3. I ________________ (study) for my English exam.
4. He ________________ (read) a very interesting book.
5. The cat ________________ (sleep) on the sofa.
6. We ________________ (listen) to music.
7. You ________________ (sit) in my seat.
8. Look! It ________________ (rain) outside.
9. The children ________________ (eat) their lunch.
10. My brother ________________ (drive) a red car.

• I am reading a book.
• She is writing an email.
• They are playing video games.

Who is chasing a squirrel?
→ _______________________________ She ________________ (watch) TV right now

(Answer Key: 1. I want a new car. / 2. This book belongs to Sarah. / 3. I understand the math lesson. / 4. Correct – here "looking" implies intentional action or perception.) I am reading a book