Present Simple Worksheet for Adults A1 — Free PDF
Present Simple Worksheet for Adults A1 — Free PDF
Present simple is the foundation of English. Adults learning English as beginners need to master it before moving to other tenses. This worksheet provides clear, scaffolded practice for adult learners at A1 level.
What This Worksheet Covers
- Affirmative (I work, he works)
- Negative (I don’t work, he doesn’t work)
- Questions (Do you work? What does he do?)
- Third person -s/-es rules
- Daily routine vocabulary
- Frequency adverbs (always, usually, often, sometimes, never)
- 40+ exercises with visual support
How to Use This Worksheet
Warm-up (5 min): Show 5 sentences in present simple. Ask: “What does this person do every day?”
Section 1-3 (25 min): Students complete exercises on affirmative, negative, and questions.
Section 4 (10 min): Students write about their own daily routines.
Production (15 min): Students interview classmates about their routines.
Why Adults Need This Worksheet
Adult beginners need a solid foundation in present simple before they can move to other tenses. This worksheet provides clear, scaffolded practice with vocabulary and contexts adults actually use.
Worksheet Sections (PDF Preview)
Section 1: Affirmative (15 items)
Practice I/you/we/they work and he/she/it works. Focus on -s/-es rules.
Section 2: Negative (10 items)
Practice don’t and doesn’t.
Section 3: Questions (10 items)
Practice Do you…? and What does he/she do…?
Section 4: Daily Routines (5 items)
Write about your daily routine using present simple and frequency adverbs.
Section 5: Production Activity
Students create their own sentences about their daily routine.
FAQ
What does this worksheet cover?
Affirmative, negative, questions, third person -s/-es, daily routine vocabulary. 40+ exercises with visual support.
What level is this worksheet for?
A1. Students should know basic vocabulary (work, live, eat, etc.). The focus is on the present simple form and basic usage, not on complex grammar.
Can I modify it for my students?
Yes. The PDF is for personal classroom use. You can adapt the exercises to match your students’ needs, interests, and current topics.
How long does this worksheet take?
30-45 minutes for the core exercises, 60 minutes with production. Can be split across 2 classes.
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