Present Simple for Future Practice Test — Basic

All 45 questions with answers

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1. Q1The concert schedule shows that it ___ at 8:00 PM tonight.

   Ais going to start Bstarts Cwill start Dis starting

   Answer: B. starts

   We use the Present Simple (like 'starts' or 'opens') for events that follow a fixed timetable or calendar. Since the concert is on a schedule, 'starts' is the best choice.

2. Q2Our class timetable says the lesson ___ on Monday morning.

   Awill begin Bis going to begin Cis beginning Dbegins

   Answer: D. begins

   When we talk about a school timetable or a fixed program, we use the Present Simple. For example: 'The class begins at 9:00.'

3. Q3According to the museum guide, the exhibition ___ at 5:00 PM every day.

   Ais going to close Bcloses Cwill close Dis closing

   Answer: B. closes

   Use the Present Simple for things that happen at the same time every day as part of a schedule. We say 'the museum closes' because it is a regular, planned event.

4. Q4The official meeting agenda states that the session ___ at 9:00 AM tomorrow.

   Ais going to start Bstarts Cwill start Dis starting

   Answer: B. starts

   An agenda is a fixed plan. For official schedules like meetings or conferences, use the Present Simple. Even though it is 'tomorrow', we say 'it starts'.

5. Q5The party invitation confirms that the event ___ at 7:00 PM.

   Ais going to end Bends Cis ending Dwill end

   Answer: B. ends

   Use the Present Simple for events that have a fixed start or end time on a program. For example: 'The movie ends at midnight.'

6. Q6The library hours indicate that the building ___ at 8:00 PM.

   Acloses Bis closing Cis going to close Dwill close

   Answer: A. closes

   Opening and closing hours for public buildings like libraries use the Present Simple. 'Closes' describes a fixed daily schedule.

7. Q7The exam schedule confirms that the test ___ at 10:00 AM.

   Ais going to start Bwill start Cstarts Dis starting

   Answer: C. starts

   We use the Present Simple for official events like exams or classes. Because the test follows a schedule, 'starts' is the correct form.

8. Q8The store policy states that the shop ___ at 9:00 AM.

   Aopens Bis opening Cis going to open Dwill open

   Answer: A. opens

   For store hours and business times, use the Present Simple. We say 'the shop opens' to show it happens at this time every day.

9. Q9The football match schedule shows that the game ___ at 3:00 PM.

   Ais going to begin Bis beginning Cwill begin Dbegins

   Answer: D. begins

   Sports matches are part of a fixed schedule, so we use the Present Simple. Avoid using 'is going to begin' for official timetables.

10. Q10The conference program confirms that the event ___ next week.

    Ais finishing Bwill finish Cfinishes Dis going to finish

    Answer: C. finishes

    Programs and official calendars use the Present Simple to talk about the future. For example: 'The festival finishes on Friday.'

11. Q11Choose the correct sentence regarding a fixed schedule.

    AThe show starts at 8 PM. BThe show is going to start at 8 PM. CThe show is starting at 8 PM. DThe show will start at 8 PM.

    Answer: A. The show starts at 8 PM.

    For shows, movies, or concerts on a timetable, the Present Simple ('starts') is the natural choice. Sentences like 'The show is starting' usually describe something happening right now, not a future schedule.

12. Q12Choose the correct sentence regarding a fixed schedule.

    AThe shop is opening at 9 AM. BThe shop will open at 9 AM. CThe shop opens at 9 AM. DThe shop is going to open at 9 AM.

    Answer: C. The shop opens at 9 AM.

    Business hours are fixed facts. We use the Present Simple ('opens') rather than 'will open' or 'is opening' when looking at a schedule.

13. Q13Choose the correct sentence regarding a fixed schedule.

    AThe bank will close at 5 PM. BThe bank is going to close at 5 PM. CThe bank closes at 5 PM. DThe bank is closing at 5 PM.

    Answer: C. The bank closes at 5 PM.

    The bank's closing time is a fixed part of its schedule. In English, we use the Present Simple ('closes') for these regular, planned times.

14. Q14Fix the error: The meeting start at 10.

    AThe meeting starts at 10. BThe meeting will start at 10. CThe meeting is starting at 10. DThe meeting start at 10.

    Answer: A. The meeting starts at 10.

    This sentence is wrong because 'the meeting' is singular (it). It needs an '-s' on the end of the verb. The correct sentence is 'The meeting starts at 10.'

15. Q15Fix the error: The film ending at 9.

    AThe film is going to end at 9. BThe film ending at 9. CThe film will end at 9. DThe film ends at 9.

    Answer: D. The film ends at 9.

    To talk about a scheduled event, we need the Present Simple form 'ends.' 'The film ending' is not a complete sentence.

16. Q16The train timetable shows that it ___ at 6:00 PM.

    Ais going to leave Bleaves Cis leaving Dwill leave

    Answer: B. leaves

    Trains, buses, and planes follow a strict timetable. We use the Present Simple ('leaves') for these fixed travel times.

17. Q17The flight schedule confirms that the plane ___ at 10:00 PM.

    Aarrives Bis going to arrive Cwill arrive Dis arriving

    Answer: A. arrives

    For transport schedules like flights, use the Present Simple. 'Arrives' is the correct form for a single plane (it) on a timetable.

18. Q18The bus schedule indicates that the next bus ___ in five minutes.

    Ais leaving Bleaves Cwill leave Dis going to leave

    Answer: B. leaves

    Even if the time is very soon, we use the Present Simple ('leaves') because it is based on a bus schedule.

19. Q19The ferry timetable states that the boat ___ at the dock at 2 PM.

    Awill depart Bis going to depart Cis departing Ddeparts

    Answer: D. departs

    Boats and ferries follow timetables, just like trains. Use the Present Simple ('departs') for these fixed departure times.

20. Q20The taxi service confirms that the car ___ at your house at 7 AM.

    Ais arriving Barrives Cis going to arrive Dwill arrive

    Answer: B. arrives

    When a service confirms a fixed pick-up time as part of its official schedule or booking system, we use the Present Simple ('arrives') — the same way we describe train or flight timetables. The Present Simple for future is used for scheduled events, not personal plans (which use the Present Continuous).

21. Q21The train route map shows that the express train ___ at platform 4.

    Ais stopping Bis going to stop Cstops Dwill stop

    Answer: C. stops

    Scheduled stops for public transport use the Present Simple. 'Stops' is correct because 'the train' is singular (it).

22. Q22The airline schedule states that the plane ___ to London in an hour.

    Awill fly Bflies Cis flying Dis going to fly

    Answer: B. flies

    Flight routes are fixed schedules. We use the Present Simple ('flies') to describe when a plane is scheduled to go.

23. Q23The shuttle bus timetable says it ___ every 30 minutes.

    Awill run Bruns Cis going to run Dis running

    Answer: B. runs

    For regular transportation services that repeat on a schedule, use the Present Simple. We say 'it runs' to describe the service.

24. Q24Choose the correct sentence for a transport schedule.

    AThe train will leave at 6 PM. BThe train leaves at 6 PM. CThe train is leaving at 6 PM. DThe train leave at 6 PM.

    Answer: B. The train leaves at 6 PM.

    We use the Present Simple ('leaves') for transport times. 'The train leave' is incorrect because a singular subject needs an '-s'.

25. Q25Choose the correct sentence for a transport schedule.

    AThe flight is arriving at 10. BThe flight arrive at 10. CThe flight arrives at 10. DThe flight will arrive at 10.

    Answer: C. The flight arrives at 10.

    Use the Present Simple for flight times. 'The flight arrive' is missing the '-s' for a singular subject.

26. Q26Choose the correct sentence for a transport schedule.

    AThe bus departs at 8. BThe bus will depart at 8. CThe bus is going to depart at 8. DThe bus is departing at 8.

    Answer: A. The bus departs at 8.

    Public transport schedules use the Present Simple. 'Departs' is the correct form for a singular bus.

27. Q27Choose the correct sentence for a transport schedule.

    AThe boat is arriving at 4. BThe boat arrives at 4. CThe boat is going to arrive at 4. DThe boat will arrive at 4.

    Answer: B. The boat arrives at 4.

    For scheduled arrivals of boats or ships, the Present Simple 'arrives' is the best choice.

28. Q28Fix the error: The train will leaves at 5.

    AThe train is going to leave at 5. BThe train will leaves at 5. CThe train leaves at 5. DThe train is leaving at 5.

    Answer: C. The train leaves at 5.

    This is wrong because we never put an '-s' on a verb after 'will'. To talk about a schedule, simply use the Present Simple: 'The train leaves at 5.'

29. Q29Fix the error: The bus arrive at 7.

    AThe bus arrive at 7. BThe bus arrives at 7. CThe bus will arrive at 7. DThe bus is going to arrive at 7.

    Answer: B. The bus arrives at 7.

    This is incorrect because 'the bus' is singular (it). The verb needs an '-s'. The correct sentence is 'The bus arrives at 7.'

30. Q30Fix the error: The plane is depart at 8.

    AThe plane is depart at 8. BThe plane is going to depart at 8. CThe plane departs at 8. DThe plane will depart at 8.

    Answer: C. The plane departs at 8.

    'Is depart' is not a correct verb form. For a schedule, use the Present Simple: 'The plane departs at 8.'

31. Q31When the train ___, I will call you.

    Ais arriving Bis going to arrive Carrives Dwill arrive

    Answer: C. arrives

    In sentences with 'when', we use the Present Simple to talk about the future. Do not use 'will' or 'is going to' after 'when'.

32. Q32If it ___, we will stay inside.

    Ais raining Bwill rain Cis going to rain Drains

    Answer: D. rains

    In 'if' sentences about the future, we use the Present Simple. We say 'If it rains,' not 'If it will rain.'

33. Q33When she ___ home, we will eat.

    Ais getting Bwill get Cis going to get Dgets

    Answer: D. gets

    After 'when', use the Present Simple for future actions. Because the subject is 'she', we add an '-s' to the verb: 'gets'.

34. Q34If he ___ on time, we can go.

    Ais arriving Bwill arrive Carrives Dis going to arrive

    Answer: C. arrives

    Use the Present Simple after 'if' to talk about a future condition. 'Arrives' is correct because the subject is 'he'.

35. Q35When the movie ___, we will leave.

    Awill end Bends Cis ending Dis going to end

    Answer: B. ends

    Use the Present Simple after 'when' to describe a future event. 'Ends' is the correct form for 'the movie'.

36. Q36If you ___ help, please ask.

    Ais going to need Bneed Cis needing Dwill need

    Answer: B. need

    Use the Present Simple after 'if' for future possibilities. For the subject 'you', use the base verb 'need'.

37. Q37When the sun ___, it will be warm.

    Awill rise Bis going to rise Cis rising Drises

    Answer: D. rises

    After the word 'when', we use the Present Simple to talk about a future time. Since 'the sun' is singular, we use 'rises'.

38. Q38If she ___ the test, she will be happy.

    Awill pass Bis passing Cpasses Dis going to pass

    Answer: C. passes

    In an 'if' sentence about the future, use the Present Simple. For 'she', add '-es' to the verb: 'passes'.

39. Q39Choose the correct sentence.

    AWhen he arrive, we will eat. BWhen he will arrive, we eat. CWhen he is arriving, we will eat. DWhen he arrives, we will eat.

    Answer: D. When he arrives, we will eat.

    In the part of the sentence with 'when', use the Present Simple ('arrives'). We don't use 'will' in the 'when' part of a sentence.

40. Q40Choose the correct sentence.

    AIf it rain, we will stay home. BIf it will rain, we will stay home. CIf it rains, we will stay home. DIf it is raining, we will stay home.

    Answer: C. If it rains, we will stay home.

    In the 'if' part of a sentence, use the Present Simple ('rains'). Avoid using 'will' or 'is going to' right after 'if'.

41. Q41Choose the correct sentence.

    AWhen the lesson will end, we go. BWhen the lesson end, we will go. CWhen the lesson ends, we will go. DWhen the lesson is ending, we will go.

    Answer: C. When the lesson ends, we will go.

    Use the Present Simple ('ends') in the 'when' part of the sentence. 'When the lesson will end' is a common mistake; avoid using 'will' there.

42. Q42Choose the correct sentence.

    AIf she calls, I will tell her. BIf she is calling, I will tell her. CIf she call, I will tell her. DIf she will call, I will tell her.

    Answer: A. If she calls, I will tell her.

    Use the Present Simple ('calls') after 'if'. We use 'will' in the other part of the sentence to show the result.

43. Q43Fix the error: When he will arrive, we will eat.

    AWhen he arrives, we will eat. BWhen he arrives, we will call you. CWhen he is arriving, we will eat. DWhen he will arrive, we will eat.

    Answer: A. When he arrives, we will eat.

    You cannot use 'will arrive' after 'when' to talk about the future. The correct way is: 'When he arrives...'

44. Q44Fix the error: If it will rain, we stay home.

    AIf it will rain, we stay home. BIf it is raining, we stay home. CIf it rains, we will stay home. DIf it rains, we stay home.

    Answer: D. If it rains, we stay home.

    We don't use 'will' in the 'if' part of the sentence. The correct form is the Present Simple: 'If it rains, we stay home.'

45. Q45Fix the error: When she will call, tell me.

    AWhen she will call, tell me. BWhen she calls, let me know. CWhen she calls, tell me. DWhen she is calling, tell me.

    Answer: C. When she calls, tell me.

    Using 'will call' after 'when' is incorrect. Always use the Present Simple for this: 'When she calls, tell me.'