Present simple

Verbs with two objects

When verbs have two objects, either object can be the theme or subject of the passive structure, depending on what we want to focus on:
Her mother gave each child a present. (active)
A present was given to each child (by her mother). (passive)
Each child was given a present (by her mother). (passive)

Linking verbs

We don't form passive structures with verbs like be, become, seem where the complement of the verb refers back to the subject (linking verbs):
After six years of training, she has finally become a doctor.

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Simple Present
FORM
[VERB] + s/es in third person
Examples:

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  You speak English.
  
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  Do you speak English?
  
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  You do not speak English.
  

Complete List of Simple Present Forms
USE 1 Repeated Actions

Use the Simple Present to express the idea that an action is repeated or usual. The action can be a habit, a hobby, a daily event, a scheduled event or something that often happens. It can also be something a person often forgets or usually does not do.
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  I play tennis.
  
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  She doesn't play tennis.
  
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