Indefinite Tense

 

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The Present Indefinite Tense, also known as the Simple Present Tense, is used to express actions that occur habitually or repeatedly at an unspecified moment that happens in the present. It’s used for actions that are always true, general truths, and repeated actions.

Present Indefinite Tense:

Format:

Affirmative Sentences:

·       Singular: Subject + verb 1st  (for he/she/it or any name, add -s or -es) +Obj.

o    Plural: Subject + verb 1st +Obj.

Negative Sentences:

o    Singular: Subject + does not + verb 1st +Obj.

o    Plural: Subject + do not + verb 1st +Obj.

Interrogative Sentences:

o    Singular: Does + subject + verb 1st +Obj?

o    Plural: Do + subject + verb 1st +Obj?

For example,

 We use the Present Simple for habits or general truths, while the Present Perfect is used for actions that happened at an unspecified time before now.

 

For example:

• Affirmative: “The bird flies south in the winter.”
• Negative: “The bird does not fly south in the winter.”
• Interrogative: "Does the bird fly south in the winter?”

 Affirmative Sentences:

1.     I play soccer every weekend.

2.     She writes novels in her free time.

3.     They work at a tech company.

4.     The sun rises in the east.

5.     He enjoys playing the guitar.

6.     We go to the gym regularly.

7.     The dog barks at strangers.

8.     My father cooks dinner every night.

9.     The train leaves at 9 AM.

10.  Birds sing in the morning.

 Negative Sentences:

11. I do not (don’t) like broccoli.

12. She does not (doesn’t) travel often.

13. They do not (don’t) understand the problem. 1

4. He does not (doesn’t) watch television.

15. We do not (don’t) speak French.

 16. The cat does not (doesn’t) eat fish.

17. My sister does not (doesn’t) play the piano.

18. The company does not (doesn’t) allow overtime.

19. I do not (don’t) enjoy horror movies.

 20. He does not (doesn’t) attend the meetings.

 Interrogative Sentences:

 21. Do you like chocolate?

22. Does she go to the library?

 23. Do they play tennis on weekends?

 24. Does he know the answer?

25. Do we need to finish this today?

26. Does the restaurant open at noon?

27. Do the kids enjoy the park?

28. Does my friend live in this city?

 29. Do you understand the instructions?

30. Does the train arrive on time?

 

2. PAST INDEFINITE TENSE:

The Past Indefinite Tense, also known as the Simple Past Tense, is used to talk about actions that occurred in the past at a specific time. It’s used for completed actions, past habits, and events that happened at a specific time in the past.

Past Indefinite Tense:

Format:

Affirmative Sentences:

o     Subject + verb 2nd+Obj.

Negative Sentences:

o     Subject + did not + v 1st+ Obj.

Interrogative Sentences:

o     Did + subject + + v 1st +Obj?

For example:

• Affirmative: “She ate an apple.”
• Negative: “She did not eat an apple.”
• Interrogative: "Did she eat an apple?".

 Affirmative Sentences:

1. I visited Paris last summer.
2. She finished her homework yesterday.
3. They watched a movie last night.
4. He cooked dinner last weekend.
5. We traveled to Japan last year.
6. The kids played in the park after school.
7. She called her friend this morning.
8. I read that book a month ago.
9. They won the match last Friday.
10. The company launched a new product last quarter.

Negative Sentences:

 

11. I did not (didn't) see the new movie.

 12. She did not (didn't) attend the conference.

13. They did not (didn't) finish their project on time.

14. He did not (didn't) meet us at the restaurant.

15. We did not (didn't) go on vacation last year.

 16. The dog did not (didn't) bark last night.

17. My sister did not (didn't) enjoy the concert.

18. The train did not (didn't) arrive on time.

19. I did not (didn't) receive your message.

 20. She did not (didn't) buy the new dress.

Interrogative Sentences:

21. Did you visit the museum?

 22. Did she complete her assignment?

23. Did they arrive on time?

24. Did he buy a new car?

25. Did we meet at the party?

26. Did the movie start late?

 27. Did they enjoy the vacation?

28. Did you see my keys?

 29. Did she call you yesterday?

30. Did the event go well?

3. FUTURE INDEFINITE TENSES:

Format:

Affirmative Sentences:

o    Singular: Subject + Will verb 1st +Obj.

o    Plural: Subject + Shall verb 1st +Obj.

Negative Sentences:

o    Singular: Subject + Will  not + v 1st+ Obj.

o    Plural: Subject + Shall not ++ v 1st +Obj.

Interrogative Sentences:

o    Singular: Will + subject + + v 1st +Obj+?

o    Plural: Shall + subject + v 1st +Obj+?

The Future Indefinite Tense, also known as the Simple Future Tense, is used to express actions or events that will happen at some point in the future. It’s used for plans, predictions, promises, decisions, and more.

Future Indefinite Tense:

For example:

• Affirmative: “I will call you tomorrow.”
• Negative: “I will not forget you.”
• Interrogative: "Will you buy a book for me?".

 Certainly! Here are 30 sentences in the future indefinite tense, divided into affirmative, negative, and interrogative sentences:

 

Affirmative:

1. I will finish my homework by 8 PM.

2. She will visit her friend in London next month.

3. They will start their new business next year.

4. We will have dinner at the new restaurant tonight.

5. He will call his parents tomorrow.

6. The company will release a new product soon.

7. I will attend the workshop on Friday.

8. She will write an article for the magazine.

9. They will participate in the marathon next weekend.

10. We will celebrate her birthday with a big party.

 

Negative:

1. I will not forget to send the email.

2. She will not be late for the meeting.

3. They will not travel to the beach this summer.

4. We will not watch the movie tonight.

5. He will not join us for dinner.

6. The company will not close the office next week.

7. I will not buy a new phone this year.

8. She will not take part in the competition.

9. They will not move to a new city this year.

10. We will not miss the flight.

 

Interrogative:

1. Will I finish the report on time?

2. Will she attend the conference next week?

3. Will they visit the museum tomorrow?

4. Will we go to the beach this weekend?

5. Will he join us for the concert?

6. Will the company offer a discount on their products?

7. Will I need a passport for the trip?

8. Will she learn to speak French this year?

9. Will they move into the new house next month?

10. Will we have a meeting on Monday?