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  • Do you know the difference between Past Simple and Present Perfect?
    The past simple is used when we describe an action that started and finished at a specific time in the past, whereas the past perfect is used to describe an action that started in the past and continues to the present time.
    The past simple can be used with phrases relating to finished time, such as:
    yesterday, last week, last month, in 1999, three days ago
    The present perfect can be used with phrases relating to unfinished time, such as:
    this week, today, this year
    Already, yet and just are usually used with the present perfect tense, but in North American English they can also be used with the simple past tense.
    TIMESTAMPS
    00:00 - Introduction
    00:11 - Diagnostic test
    03:32 - Explanation
    04:28 - Present Perfect
    06:26 - Past Simple

КОМЕНТАРІ • 279

  • @alexandrahenderson4368
    @alexandrahenderson4368 2 роки тому +174

    As a native English speaker... The thumbnail question can be answered either way.... Like "I forgot" is informal and "I've forgotten" is more formal

    • @aviator2117
      @aviator2117 2 роки тому +3

      Yup, clicked on the video to say that too lol

    • @reachablebutton4422
      @reachablebutton4422 2 роки тому +17

      I think it’s also up to each speaker to be honest, because “I’ve forgotten” in that situation is something I’d never say even if it was formal, because it sounds unnatural to me, but other people might have no problem saying it

    • @alexandrahenderson4368
      @alexandrahenderson4368 2 роки тому

      @@aviator2117 lol exactly

    • @alexandrahenderson4368
      @alexandrahenderson4368 2 роки тому

      @@reachablebutton4422 idk like I interchange both

    • @Cor6196
      @Cor6196 2 роки тому +4

      What I thought right away was “I forget!” 😜

  • @stephenperretti8847
    @stephenperretti8847 2 роки тому +16

    I'm75 years old.
    My junior high school English teacher, Mr. James Roche,was a wonderful teacher.
    That was 60+ years ago.
    I took the test. Of the 12 questions, I answered 11 correctly.
    Thanks you, Mr. Roche. I think of you each day that I write anything... Even the simplest note.
    Oh,
    I went to Junior High School 45, in The Bronx, NY.

  • @user-dq9nx7ut3c
    @user-dq9nx7ut3c 2 роки тому +21

    Never understood grammar, just read the sentence and feel what's right or wrong and write down the answer. Works 95% of the time

    • @EnglishTestBlog
      @EnglishTestBlog  2 роки тому

      👍

    • @reshat46
      @reshat46 2 роки тому +5

      Because you are a native speaker?

    • @m1lst3r89
      @m1lst3r89 2 роки тому

      Me too, but I am not a native speaker.

    • @user-dq9nx7ut3c
      @user-dq9nx7ut3c 2 роки тому

      @@reshat46 i watched English youtuber since i remembered

  • @naufaldegea
    @naufaldegea 2 роки тому +37

    I still confuse between these sentences but thanks for the explanations, well done 👍

  • @user-lx4ox9yx2i
    @user-lx4ox9yx2i 2 роки тому +52

    Thumbs up! I have learned some differences and cleared up some confusions. Cheers!

  • @pioterek5871
    @pioterek5871 2 роки тому +5

    I think that sentences like "I've just finished my homework" and "I just finished my homework" are both correct and i prefer using the second example as we're talking about something that has already been finished and it's now a part of the past

  • @michaelnewsham1412
    @michaelnewsham1412 2 роки тому +9

    Q.8: When did you forget Peter's number? Have you forgotten it now, or did you forget it before? Forgot/forgotten is tricky.

    • @jacopoye5111
      @jacopoye5111 2 роки тому +4

      My english teacher told us to use present perfect when:
      1. We don't know when it happened (We don't know in which moment of the past we forgot it)
      2.The effects of the action is still visible in the present (We still don't remember it)
      3.The action happened in the past and continues in the present, up to now (Forgot in the past, still don't know it now)
      It has to be present perfect
      Also it can also be useful to check the rule for past simple which is:
      1. Action happened in the past and ended in the past (The state of having forgot something hasn't ended)
      2.We know when. (We don't know when)

    • @dineyantunes4630
      @dineyantunes4630 2 роки тому

      @@jacopoye5111 great explanation, it makes a lot of sense for me, like, I also learnt this way but I still had doubts about... but you've made it clear now

    • @jacopoye5111
      @jacopoye5111 2 роки тому

      @@dineyantunes4630 Thanks! I'm glad it helped you!

  • @markchristian7628
    @markchristian7628 2 роки тому +6

    English is not my native language but I got it perfect. My confidence has just increased. Thanks sir!

  • @Shanarai
    @Shanarai 2 роки тому +9

    A very educational video, I always try to improve my grammar everyday and this video is helpful. Some of the multiple choice questions felt like both answers were correct so it is nice to see a clear answer.

  • @adamgreene9938
    @adamgreene9938 2 роки тому +30

    I feel like numbers 6-8 could go either way, and as a native English speaker I would probably normally say all of the ones you labeled incorrect. I feel like a lot of the times the present perfect sounds more British, especially in the phrase "I've made some tea." I don't think I'd ever say "I've made some ___", especially if it was just recently and you're offering it to someone at that moment.

    • @nosatier9460
      @nosatier9460 2 роки тому +1

      I couldn't agree more, when I saw that "I've made some tea" was correct I got a little confused.

    • @minette36
      @minette36 2 роки тому +2

      Colloquially, we often say things in grammatically incorrect manners. There is a difference between the way people speak and the way English is properly spoken or written in a formal context. The answers marked incorrect in 6-8 would be fine when writing dialogue or speaking casually, but would be incorrect in a business e-mail, essay paper, or other formal writing.

    • @inf1n1typlus1
      @inf1n1typlus1 2 роки тому +1

      Yeah as a native English speaker, saying you “forgot someone’s number” would fly with most people. It’s honestly kind of awkward to say “I’ve forgotten someone’s number” in a formal conversation, it just feels a little forced.

    • @farhanaditya2647
      @farhanaditya2647 2 роки тому

      @@minette36 Thanks, that makes sense now.

    • @sainla5
      @sainla5 2 роки тому

      @@nosatier9460 Right! I would never say, "I've made some tea" -- only "I made some tea."

  • @etipeti555
    @etipeti555 2 роки тому +5

    Thank you for the lesson :)
    I had some doubts about this before but now I feel like I've improved a bit my English

  • @joanasabado5932
    @joanasabado5932 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much, I finally get it. I was confused about this before until I saw your video. Thanks a lot. Keep up the good work:)

  • @gordonfreeman9733
    @gordonfreeman9733 4 місяці тому +1

    These explanations with images are priceless. Thank you!

  • @anne-marielocoge7570
    @anne-marielocoge7570 2 роки тому +4

    I 've lived in Dunkirk since november 2012

  • @r.nshukla5539
    @r.nshukla5539 2 роки тому +6

    Thank you very much honourable Sir !Your excellent effort for teaching students is admirable .God bless you Sir !

  • @teekey1754
    @teekey1754 2 роки тому +2

    I've noticed that "forgot" is used often instead of "have forgotten".

  • @divyataneja900
    @divyataneja900 Рік тому +1

    I haven't spoken to him about the car yet is correct answer❣️❣️😍😍👌

  • @amina7686
    @amina7686 Рік тому +2

    Quite useful!!! Thank you for your efforts in creating such an informative video. Bless you!

  • @imunstoppable2394
    @imunstoppable2394 2 роки тому +4

    I made only one mistake:) It's great. I've been learning English for about two years also I haven't gone to any courses yet,only by myself. Now,I can figure out natives. I really need to improve my listening greatly.

  • @sirihkuning6225
    @sirihkuning6225 2 роки тому +5

    Nice exercise. I love the explanation. It helps me alot to understand the differences.😀😘

  • @moonlight-mr4qc
    @moonlight-mr4qc 2 роки тому +3

    Formative and fabulous explanations!God bless you 🙏!

  • @mizba512
    @mizba512 2 роки тому +4

    Sir please after giving the correct answer, explain a little bit about the answer ...

  • @user-se4og6ev3z
    @user-se4og6ev3z Рік тому +1

    Thank you, now I've realized the difference between past simple and present perfect

  • @laurahernando5389
    @laurahernando5389 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent! Thank you for sharing!

  • @Sumeet-Kumar12486
    @Sumeet-Kumar12486 Рік тому +1

    Thanks a lot. ✍️

  • @studium-latinum
    @studium-latinum Рік тому +1

    This is very helpful. I'm developing my English skills - step by step. 🙂

  • @smoothstate
    @smoothstate 2 роки тому +1

    Probably the best explanation ever

  • @dianaep.s.1929
    @dianaep.s.1929 2 роки тому +3

    Hello dear teachear. Thanks for this lesson. I've done well all the questions. I've made great progress in English since I knew you! Thanks 🌺😊💖

    • @EnglishTestBlog
      @EnglishTestBlog  2 роки тому

      Hello, Diana. Glad to hear your progress.

    • @satsumamoon
      @satsumamoon 2 роки тому

      Since I've known you.

    • @dianaep.s.1929
      @dianaep.s.1929 2 роки тому

      @@satsumamoon Hello. Thanks for your opinion but my sentence isn't wrong because the main verb is a present perfect tense and the clause beginning with since is in the past simple because it indicates the moment something started and has continued until now. Another example, Susan has been living in London since she was eight.
      I hope you can understand what I mean.
      Thanks. 🌼

    • @satsumamoon
      @satsumamoon 2 роки тому

      I'm a conscientious native speaker. I would suggest that you seek confirmation/verification from other sources .

  • @yahyasryio2861
    @yahyasryio2861 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for lesson and test .

  • @alexanigiri8395
    @alexanigiri8395 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you very much for your excellent lesson.

  • @tammytsang3487
    @tammytsang3487 2 роки тому +2

    No mistakes. Thank you for this test especially the explanation.

  • @samriddhidamani8876
    @samriddhidamani8876 Рік тому +1

    absolutely loved the explanation!!

    • @EnglishTestBlog
      @EnglishTestBlog  Рік тому +1

      I'm thrilled to hear that you absolutely loved the explanation in the video! Understanding the difference between the Past Simple and Present Perfect can sometimes be challenging, but it's crucial for effective communication in English.
      Clear and informative explanations are invaluable in making complex concepts easier to comprehend. It's wonderful that the video provided you with a thorough understanding of the topic and helped clarify any confusion you may have had.
      Remember to apply what you've learned in your own language practice to solidify your understanding further. With continued practice and exposure to real-life examples, you'll become even more confident in using the Past Simple and Present Perfect correctly.
      If you have any more questions or need further clarification, don't hesitate to seek additional resources or ask for assistance. Keep up the enthusiasm for learning, and may your English skills continue to flourish!

  • @lachicademil
    @lachicademil 2 роки тому +2

    I really like this content. You just explain it clearly and concisely😊😊

  • @divyataneja900
    @divyataneja900 Рік тому +1

    I,ve worked her since last year .answer is worked ❣️❣️

  • @balajivasu4790
    @balajivasu4790 2 роки тому +1

    Tell, correctly where to use this have?

  • @user-wy8ot7fm1g
    @user-wy8ot7fm1g 2 роки тому +2

    Why "Hi's come back" , not ' he's came back '?? If the second variant the Present Perfect,we must use the third form of verb(came)!!!

    • @EnglishTestBlog
      @EnglishTestBlog  2 роки тому

      Please note that we use 'past participle after 'have or has' and the past participle of come is 'come' not came.
      present simple I / you / we / they come
      he / she / it comes
      past simple: came
      past participle: come
      -ing form: coming

  • @ThanhTran-zd4od
    @ThanhTran-zd4od 2 роки тому +1

    Live and learn. Thank you so very much! This’s awesome. I really appreciate. 👍💕👍💕

  • @MacXpert74
    @MacXpert74 2 роки тому

    Nice lesson. At 3:11 you could have mentioned that the correct sentence should be "We sold out just a few days ago."

  • @cartmanandkyle
    @cartmanandkyle 2 роки тому +2

    I’ve learned new English today

  • @divyataneja900
    @divyataneja900 Рік тому +1

    I received the letter a few days ago .👌👌❣️

  • @EnglishMadeEasy369
    @EnglishMadeEasy369 2 роки тому +1

    I've scored cent percent. It's quite interesting. Thanks, from India.

  • @Ryostg
    @Ryostg Рік тому

    I made all right - 12/12. Thank you.

  • @shimaaay
    @shimaaay 7 місяців тому +1

    12/12
    THANKS FOR SHARING VIDEO
    IM FROM IRAN

  • @nadiyanadi182
    @nadiyanadi182 2 роки тому +4

    I've got 12/12, happy for this score, in fact i'm quite good on grammar english, your are very good teacher seeing a very good summary from you 👍👍

    • @EnglishTestBlog
      @EnglishTestBlog  2 роки тому +1

      😘

    • @wiselychosenname2867
      @wiselychosenname2867 2 роки тому +1

      Your are sounds wrong to me

    • @Louclark54
      @Louclark54 2 роки тому

      @@wiselychosenname2867 yes, it should’ve been “You’re which is a contraction of ‘You are’

  • @divyataneja900
    @divyataneja900 Рік тому +1

    I ve known sue since she was born .👌❣️

  • @TheSpeculativeDoodl
    @TheSpeculativeDoodl 2 роки тому +2

    Sometimes language can be cool and helpful, other times it can be a confusing dumpster fire.

  • @Ponakalaranjit456
    @Ponakalaranjit456 2 роки тому +1

    I mean English is like My First Language But English Even Though I was Born As a Citizen of The United States of Indian Descent 🇮🇳At Home We Speak Telugu It is my and our Mother Tongue.

  • @user-el3cz6tw4b
    @user-el3cz6tw4b Рік тому +1

    Thank you.

  • @redflame9260
    @redflame9260 2 роки тому

    Which tense should I use with all the weekend time expression?

  • @stuardcontrerasovalle9035
    @stuardcontrerasovalle9035 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for your test.

  • @justshairal7178
    @justshairal7178 2 роки тому +1

    But why is '"i made tea. Would you like some?" not a correct answer? The action was already done when that question was asked? Im confused. 😔

  • @toonwachi600
    @toonwachi600 2 роки тому +2

    10/12
    Thanks a lot! ♥️

  • @tahaismail5030
    @tahaismail5030 2 роки тому +4

    Ta very much.

  • @williamssharon3908
    @williamssharon3908 2 роки тому +1

    I think that #6 could either be a or b.

  • @meyiotn8575
    @meyiotn8575 2 роки тому +4

    I’m a native english speaker and still managed to slip up on a couple of these 💀💀

  • @cartmanandkyle
    @cartmanandkyle 2 роки тому +2

    Could you make another video like this one please?

    • @EnglishTestBlog
      @EnglishTestBlog  2 роки тому +1

      Yes, of course! Our next video is about the difference between "if" and "whether".

  • @cemreberkkurtcu7239
    @cemreberkkurtcu7239 2 роки тому +1

    6 and 8 are totally ambiguous since there is no clue indicating time and it can go both ways

  • @yata_yata
    @yata_yata 2 роки тому +3

    deep in we all know the correct one is "i forgor 💀"

  • @honeytherat2017
    @honeytherat2017 2 роки тому +1

    Either way you will be understood.

  • @abdihalimyusufmohamed8903
    @abdihalimyusufmohamed8903 2 роки тому +1

    In question 2,7, both are possible. It depends on the speaker's intention.

  • @mavitimsah9143
    @mavitimsah9143 2 роки тому +1

    0:40 I'm in Istanbul and thanks to god for that! Istanbul is awesome. If you want to visit some historical places, Istanbul is ideal for you!

  • @m1lst3r89
    @m1lst3r89 2 роки тому +1

    8 out of 12. Gotta improve myself. The questions from 6 to 10 were tricky.

  • @ilovancristian
    @ilovancristian 2 роки тому +1

    Helpful!

  • @mimifahad7088
    @mimifahad7088 2 роки тому +2

    That was a good one

  • @eagleshot2898
    @eagleshot2898 2 роки тому +1

    Can I ask if present perfect and present perfect continuous is the same?

    • @turkeylegs3907
      @turkeylegs3907 2 роки тому +1

      Present perfect is more general, and present continuous indicates that something is currently ongoing

  • @SiwakSerg
    @SiwakSerg 2 роки тому

    0:34 - This is the reason why I hate such tests. How can I know in advance that the person has not visited Istanbul yet? Both options are possible but the meaning is different essentially. There's no real context in such tests when only a single sentence is given.

  • @mdgufran5079
    @mdgufran5079 10 місяців тому +1

    Q2-B

  • @hamadiqbalkhan7778
    @hamadiqbalkhan7778 2 роки тому

    How we will know, becouse both of option is right

  • @u-topic4795
    @u-topic4795 2 роки тому

    What font is this?

  • @williamssharon3908
    @williamssharon3908 2 роки тому +1

    That's a very good lesson! I got 💯! 😂

  • @englishwithnadin259
    @englishwithnadin259 2 роки тому +1

    All of my answers are correct!!!

  • @sonakshitiwarisonakshi5044
    @sonakshitiwarisonakshi5044 2 роки тому +4

    I got 11out of 12🤗

  • @carolynwoodman1734
    @carolynwoodman1734 2 роки тому +1

    Full marks. Yippee.

  • @arnakkazaryan3454
    @arnakkazaryan3454 Рік тому +1

    can you please explain why in 1:47 right answer is b?

    • @EnglishTestBlog
      @EnglishTestBlog  Рік тому

      Certainly! In the given sentence, "He's home now," the use of the present perfect tense is suitable. Here's why option b) "He's come back." is the correct choice:
      The present perfect tense is used to describe an action that started in the past and has a connection to the present moment. In this case, the action is "coming back" and the present moment is indicated by the phrase "now."
      By using "He's come back," we convey that the action of coming back happened in the past, and the person is currently in the state of being at home. The word "now" emphasizes the connection to the present moment.
      On the other hand, option a) "He came back." uses the past simple tense, which indicates an action that occurred and ended in the past. It doesn't convey the connection to the present moment that is implied by the word "now" in the original sentence.
      Therefore, to accurately capture the sense of the present moment and the action of coming back in the past, option b) "He's come back." is the most appropriate choice when considering the present perfect tense.

    • @arnakkazaryan3454
      @arnakkazaryan3454 Рік тому +1

      @@EnglishTestBlog thank you so much

    • @EnglishTestBlog
      @EnglishTestBlog  Рік тому

      @@arnakkazaryan3454 Any time!

  • @vadzimaleksandrovic337
    @vadzimaleksandrovic337 10 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for uploading 👍
    Pretty useful ✌️✊❤️
    Vitaņi ź Biełarùsi ☘️🌻🗡️
    Greetings from Belaruś 🏳️🚩🏳️

    • @EnglishTestBlog
      @EnglishTestBlog  10 місяців тому +1

      You're very welcome, Vadzim! 👍 We're thrilled to hear that you found the upload pretty useful. ✌️✊❤️ Sending warm greetings back to you from around the world, all the way to Belarus! 🏳️🚩🏳️ May your days be filled with positivity and prosperity. ☘️🌻🗡️😊

    • @vadzimaleksandrovic337
      @vadzimaleksandrovic337 10 місяців тому

      @@EnglishTestBlog thank you for really warm wishes 👍
      The same to 'ur country 💐🤲

  • @lalimima8722
    @lalimima8722 7 місяців тому +1

    Thank you are you sn American teacher?

    • @EnglishTestBlog
      @EnglishTestBlog  7 місяців тому

      You're welcome! 😊 While I'm here to assist, we also have teachers from various places, including the USA. 🌎🍎 Feel free to ask anything, and we'll do our best to help you on your learning journey! 🚀📚 #GlobalSupport 🌟😊

  • @elisaas9191
    @elisaas9191 2 роки тому +1

    to answer the thumbnail: i forgor 💀

  • @divyataneja900
    @divyataneja900 Рік тому +1

    I ,ve always wanted to go to istanbul.

    • @nivetha3716
      @nivetha3716 2 місяці тому

      Hey can u explain this?
      Why can't we use i always wanted to go to istanbul

  • @sambaththun6964
    @sambaththun6964 2 роки тому +1

    3:40 I'm confusing, why he said Past Perfect?

    • @EnglishTestBlog
      @EnglishTestBlog  2 роки тому

      I'm so sorry. That's the correct version: The past simple is used when we describe an action that started and finished at a specific time in the past, whereas the present perfect is used to describe an action that started in the past and continues to the present time.

  • @musharrafaminboeva9279
    @musharrafaminboeva9279 2 роки тому +1

    12/10 thank you😚🥰

  • @alexdwn4149
    @alexdwn4149 2 роки тому +1

    10/12. Got a mistake in 2 and 12 question ))

  • @wspidey.
    @wspidey. 2 роки тому +4

    What's Peter's mobile number?
    I'm sorry, i forgor 💀

  • @elielson6094
    @elielson6094 2 роки тому

    What's the difference between "did you ever visit Paris"? and "have you ever visited Paris"?

  • @mdgufran5079
    @mdgufran5079 10 місяців тому +1

    I 've worked here since last year

  • @CyberSlayer4
    @CyberSlayer4 2 роки тому +3

    10/12

  • @emolpermonke
    @emolpermonke 2 роки тому +1

    The thumbnail: i forgor 💀

  • @thoata5716
    @thoata5716 2 роки тому

    7/10. I still confuse question 1 and 8.

  • @dualipareal8251
    @dualipareal8251 2 роки тому +1

    I failed 3, what's that mean?

  • @kanggratisanchannel5229
    @kanggratisanchannel5229 2 роки тому +2

    just added: five minutes ago
    e.x
    I went to the mosque with my family five minutes ago

  • @annaderchanskaya2480
    @annaderchanskaya2480 2 роки тому +1

    There is a mistake in explanation. The Present Perfect is called the Past Perfect

    • @EnglishTestBlog
      @EnglishTestBlog  2 роки тому +1

      I'm so sorry. That's the correct version: The past simple is used when we describe an action that started and finished at a specific time in the past, whereas the present perfect is used to describe an action that started in the past and continues to the present time.

  • @englishwithaicha9549
    @englishwithaicha9549 2 роки тому

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    This is the link of the video l used. I'm so sorry again 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @painkiller7492
    @painkiller7492 2 роки тому +1

    Better question: "Who Is Peter?"

  • @fernandarodrigues5556
    @fernandarodrigues5556 2 роки тому +1

    8/12

  • @rajagopalan8798
    @rajagopalan8798 2 роки тому

    "I've put on several kilos in the last month." .
    I think the sentence must be
    " I've put on several kilos since last month"

  • @kimmmm_jenn
    @kimmmm_jenn 3 місяці тому +1

    11/12

    • @EnglishTestBlog
      @EnglishTestBlog  3 місяці тому

      11 out of 12! 🎉 That's impressive! 👍 Keep it up! 🌟😊

  • @animemes3112
    @animemes3112 2 роки тому +1

    I got to mistakes 😅😅😅😅✌️

  • @franciscojavierveracardena6578
    @franciscojavierveracardena6578 10 місяців тому +1

    Is this sentence correct?
    We have washed the car, but now It's dirty now.

    • @EnglishTestBlog
      @EnglishTestBlog  9 місяців тому

      The sentence "We have washed the car, but now it's dirty now" has a repetition with "now." You can simply say, "We have washed the car, but now it's dirty." Keep up the great work in refining your language skills! 🌟📚👍😊

  • @jannatulferdousanika7922
    @jannatulferdousanika7922 2 роки тому +2

    I've got 9/12.

  • @user-xv9uv7nx1u
    @user-xv9uv7nx1u 2 роки тому +1

    ❤😀

  • @applejuiceman
    @applejuiceman 2 роки тому +2

    No, the real answer is “I forgor 💀”

    • @EnglishTestBlog
      @EnglishTestBlog  2 роки тому

      The correct answer is "I've forgotten." because it has connection with the present.