Compléter Fill in the Blanks: Mastering the Present Continuous TenseVersion en ligne Test your knowledge of the present continuous tense with this engaging fill-in-the-blanks game! par Alex Garcia 1 effective verbs actions present future situations plans main describe temporary verb currently communication continuous formed to stative happening tense The , also known as the present progressive , is used that are at the moment of speaking . It is using the 'to be' in the present tense followed by the verb in its - ing form . For example , 'I am reading a book' or 'She is playing soccer . ' This tense can also indicate or arrangements , such as 'We are meeting them tomorrow . ' Additionally , the present continuous can express , like 'He is living in London for the summer . ' It is important to note that some , known as verbs , are not typically used in the present continuous form because they describe states rather than actions . Examples of stative verbs include 'know , ' 'believe , ' and 'love . ' Understanding the present continuous tense is essential for in English , as it allows speakers to convey ongoing actions and future intentions clearly .