Complete 12 English Tenses / Present continuous
Forming questions with present continuous tense
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Forming questions with present continuous tense

To form questions in the present continuous tense, follow these steps:

  1. Start with the correct form of the verb "to be" (am, is, are) based on the subject.
  2. Add the subject immediately after the helping verb.
  3. Follow with the main verb in its -ing form.
  4. End with the rest of the sentence if there is additional information.

Structure

Helping verb (am/is/are) + Subject + Main verb (-ing) + Rest of the sentence

Examples

Notice the change in the position of the subject and helping verb …

1. You/write/essay

2. He/cook/dinner

3. They/plan/birthday party

4. She/clean/kitchen sink

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