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Grammar: Simple Present Affirmative 20

Published by Manuel Campos
Published on September 1, 2024 | Updated on September 2, 2024

We can use the prepositions “after” and “before” followed by a gerund to make sentences even longer

For example:

  • I check my tools before starting work
  • I lock all doors before going to bed

Let’s practice

Exercise

Simple Present

Write the gerund to complete the sentences

havego
exercisehost
writespend
leaveplay

#1 I do my homework before video games.

#2 She reads the newspaper after breakfast.

#3 I take a walk after work

#4 He stretches before at the gym.

#5 I brush my teeth before to bed.

#6 They clean the house before a party.

#7 He talks to his parents before any money.

#8 She practices the presentation after it.

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