Sentence Construction in Simple Tenses
Look at each picture and use the given prompt to write three complete sentences: one in Simple Present, one in Simple Past, and one in Simple Future. Write your answers, check your grammar, play the games, earn points, and complete the challenge!
What Are Simple Tenses?
The three simple tenses help us talk about actions that happen regularly, actions that happened before, and actions that will happen later. In this activity, you will practise all three forms using picture prompts.
Picture Prompt Slideshow
Explore all six picture prompts before writing. Use the arrows, thumbnail buttons, or Auto Play to move through the activity.
Write Three Sentences for Each Picture
For every picture, write one complete sentence in the Simple Present, one in the Simple Past, and one in the Simple Future. Do not worry if your sentence is not exactly the same as another student's. The checker looks at important grammar patterns rather than requiring one single exact sentence.
Simple Tense Quick Reference
| Tense | Basic Pattern | Example | Common Clue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simple Present | Subject + base verb / verb-s | She writes a letter. | every day, usually, often |
| Simple Past | Subject + past verb | She wrote a letter. | yesterday, last week, earlier |
| Simple Future | Subject + will + base verb | She will write a letter. | tomorrow, later, next week |
read → reads
cook → cooks
cook → cooked
ride → rode
will cook
will ride
Game 1: Tense Detective
Read each sentence and decide which simple tense it uses. You earn points for every correct answer.
Game 2: Sentence Builder
Click the words in the correct order to build a grammatical sentence. You can reset the word bank and try again.
Game 3: Fill-in-the-Blank Challenge
Type the correct form of the verb. Think carefully about the tense.
Game 4: Quick Tense Challenge
This rapid-fire round tests whether you can recognise the correct verb form quickly.
Game 5: Make Your Own Sentence
Choose an action and write the same idea in all three simple tenses. This activity is not limited to one exact answer, so use your creativity.
every day / yesterday / tomorrow
Your Grammar Challenge Results
Great work!
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Simple Tenses Worksheet FAQ
What should I write for the Simple Present?
Write about something that happens regularly or is generally true. For example: "He plays soccer."
What should I write for the Simple Past?
Write about something that happened before now. For example: "He played soccer."
What should I write for the Simple Future?
A useful beginner structure is will + base verb. For example: "He will play soccer."
Will the checker accept different correct sentences?
Yes. The checker is designed to look at grammar patterns and the expected action rather than requiring one exact sentence.
What happens if my answer is not correct?
You receive a useful hint explaining what to look at, such as the verb form or the "will + base verb" structure. You can then revise your answer and check it again.
Can I use this worksheet on a phone?
Yes. The activity is designed to adapt to smaller screens, including smartphones and tablets.