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MODULE 7

As you continue exploring the fascinating world of verbs, you will be given more opportunities to
understand the verb’s concepts further in this module. This will help you learn more ideas that will improve
your grammar and communication skills. Your ability to construct well-structured and coherent sentences for
effective communication will be emphasized as you will create your room for improvement in developing
your skills to speak and to write efficiently and comprehensively. Be ready as you are about to learn how verbs
show tenses and impact the meaning of your message in context.

LESSON 1: USES OF VERBS (PART 3 – TENSES)

A. THE SIMPLE TENSES
LESSON 2: USES OF VERBS (PART 4 – TENSES)
B. THE PERFECT TENSES

Things you should LEARN!

This module was created for you to be able to:
1. describe a particular event observed/watched using the various tenses of verb. (DICES)

Let’s see how much do you know!

(Pre-assessment)
Directions: Read and analyze the following statements carefully. Identify what is being described in each
statement by choosing the correct answer from the box provided below. Write your complete answer on the
space provided before each number.

A. Future Perfect Tense C. Past Perfect Tense E. Present Perfect Tense G. Tense of Verb
B. Future Tense D. Past Tense F. Present Tense H. Verb Conjugation

Example:
H. Verb Conjugation 1. It refers to a list of all the forms used in the six tenses of a verb.

1. It indicates the time of the action or of the state of being expressed by the
verb.
2. It expresses an action that was completed before some other past action.
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 3. It shows an action that occurred in the past and did not continue into the
present.
4. It indicates an action that was completed at an indefinite time in the past or
that began in the past and continues into the present.
5. It shows an action that occurs in the present time or regularly.
6. It expresses an action in the future that will occur before another future action
or time.
7. It presents an action that will occur in the future.

DAY 1
LESSON 1:
USES OF VERBS
(PART 3 – TENSES, A. The Simple Tenses)
Directions: Study the Concept Notes and accomplish the given exercise on your Learning Activity Sheet.

LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET

Lesson Title: Let’s Get In-TENSE!
Learning Target/Competency: The learners will be able to describe a particular event observed/watched
using the various tenses of verb. (DICES)
Values/Graduate Attributes: The learners will become reflective and critical thinkers, eloquent
communicators, responsible and competent in modern technology, and globally competitive
individuals who build trust and mutual understanding to establish peace and unity.
Reference(s) & Author(s): McDougal, Littell & Company (1989). McDougal, Littell English. Evanston,
Illinois, USA: McDougal , Littell & Company
Odell, L., Vacca, R., Hobbs, R. & Warriner, J. E. (2007). Elements of Language (Fifth Course). Austin,
USA: HOLT, RINEHEART and WINSTON Module No.: ______7______
Concept Notes:
USES OF VERBS
(Part 3 – Tenses, A. The Simple Tenses)
The tense of a verb indicates the time of the action or of the state of being expressed by the verb.
Verbs in English have six tenses. Each of the six tenses has its own uses. The simple tenses include the past,
present, and future tense.
Using The Simple Tenses
1. The Past Tense – The past tense of a verb is used to express an action or a state of being that occurred
in the past and did not continue into the present. To form the past tense of a regular verb, add -d or -ed
to the present form of the verb: you smiled, they laughed. If the verb is irregular, use the past form listed
as one of the principal parts: she went, we rode, they caught.
Example: Yesterday, I ran around the reservoir.
2. The Present Tense – The present tense of a verb is used to show an action or a state of being that (1)
occurs in the present; (2) occurs regularly; or (3) is constant or generally true at any given time. To form
the present tense, use the first principal part (the present form) of the verb: I go, we see. Add -s or -es to
the present form for the third person singular: he goes, she sees.
Examples: There goes our bus! (action occurring in the present)
We attend band practice every Thursday. (action occurring regularly)

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 The heart pumps blood. (constant action)
3. The Future Tense – The future tense of a verb is used to indicate an action or a state of being that will
occur in the future. To form the future tense, use the auxiliary verb will or shall with the present form of
the main verb. Will simply indicates future; shall usually implies an intention or obligation: I will stay,
we shall stay.
Examples: The test will begin at eight o’clock.
I shall not admit latecomers.

Future time may also be shown by using the present tense in combination with an adverb or phrase
that tells time.
Example: We pick up our bus passes next week. (The words next week indicate future time.)

(For a more in-depth and detailed discussion of this lesson, watch the video-recorded instruction provided
by your subject teacher or from your account in the Aralinks or MS Teams.)

Exercise 1
Directions: Read and analyze the following sentences carefully. Underline the verb or verb phrase used in
each sentence and identify its tense. Write your answer on the space provided after each sentence.
Example: 1. Madelaine came for a short visit.
- Past Tense

1. I will make a timeline of the Middle Ages this weekend.

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2. The world’s largest crater, the Barringer, is 1,265 meters wide.
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3. President Rodrigo Duterte announced his retirement from politics.
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4. The registration for voters will resume tomorrow at exactly nine in the morning.
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5. The candidates had answers to most of the questions asked during the press conference.
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DAY 2
APPLY WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED!
Activity Number: 7.1 Date: _______________
Time Started: _______________ Time Finished: _______________

A. The Simple Tenses of Verb (15 points)

Directions: Watch the video presented from the given link below entitled, Inspirational Video - You can be
a hero too. Then, construct correct sentences describing some events or activities from the video. In writing
your sentences, use the simple tenses of verb indicated on the following table. Write at least five (5) sentences
for each column and underline the verb used in each sentence.

Link: [Link]

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 The Simple Tenses of Verb
Past Tense Present Tense Future Tense

1. 1. 1.

2. 2. 2.

3. 3. 3.

4. 4. 4.

5. 5. 5.

DAY 3
LESSON 2:
USES OF VERBS
(PART 4 – TENSES, B. The PERFECT Tenses)
Directions: Study the Concept Notes and accomplish the given exercise on your Learning Activity Sheet.

LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET

Lesson Title: Let’s Get In-TENSE and be PERFECT!
Learning Target/Competency: The learners will be able to describe a particular event observed/watched
using the various tenses of verb. (DICES)
Values/Graduate Attributes: The learners will become reflective and critical thinkers, eloquent
communicators, responsible and competent in modern technology, and globally competitive
individuals who build trust and mutual understanding to establish peace and unity.
Reference(s) & Author(s): McDougal, Littell & Company (1989). McDougal, Littell English. Evanston,
Illinois, USA: McDougal , Littell & Company
Odell, L., Vacca, R., Hobbs, R. & Warriner, J. E. (2007). Elements of Language (Fifth Course). Austin,
USA: HOLT, RINEHEART and WINSTON Module No.: ______7______
Concept Notes:
USES OF VERBS
(Part 4 – Tenses, B. The Perfect Tenses)
The perfect tenses include the past perfect, the present perfect, and the future perfect tense.
Using the Perfect Tenses
1. The Past Perfect Tense – The past perfect tense of a verb is used to express an action or a state of being
that ended before some other past action or state of being. To form the past perfect tense, use the auxiliary
verb had with the past participle form of the main verb: I had wondered, we had known.
Example: I had already finished when you called. (action preceding another past action)

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 2. The Present Perfect Tense – The present perfect tense of a verb is used to show an action or a state of
being (1) that was completed at an indefinite time in the past or (2) that began in the past and continues
into the present. To form the present perfect tense, use the auxiliary verb has or have with the past
participle form of the main verb: you have danced, she has slept.
Examples: He has left without his books. (action completed at indefinite time)
We have worked here for ten years. (action continuing into the present)
3. The Future Perfect Tense – The future perfect tense of a verb is used to indicate an action or a state of
being that will occur before some other future occurrence. To form the future perfect tense, use the
auxiliary verbs will have or shall have with the past participle form of the main verb: you will have
eaten.
Example: By the time I meet Cristina, I will have bought her a birthday present.
(action occurring before another future action or time)

(For a more in-depth and detailed discussion of this lesson, watch the video-recorded instruction provided
by your subject teacher or from your account in the Aralinks or MS Teams.)

Exercise 2
Directions: Read and analyze the following sentences carefully. Then, identify and underline the
appropriate form of verb inside the parentheses to complete the thought of each sentence.
Example: 1. The holidays (will begin, will have begun) by the time we arrive in Bicol.

1. I (have taken, will have taken) piano lessons for three years.
2. Carlos (has traveled, had traveled) several miles before he realized his mistakes.
3. If I (have used, had used) the spellchecker, I would have corrected the spelling errors.
4. Broadcaster Raffy Tulfo (has filed, shall have filed) his certificate of candidacy for senator.
5. By the time school begins in August, I (will save, will have saved) enough money to buy a laptop for
online class.

DAY 4
APPLY WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED!
Activity Number: 7.2 Date: _______________
Time Started: _______________ Time Finished: _______________

A. The Perfect Tenses of Verb (15 points)

Directions: Demonstrate the proper use of the perfect tenses indicated in the table below. Construct at least
five (5) correct sentences for each column and underline the verb phrase used in each sentence.

The Perfect Tenses of Verb

Past Perfect Tense Present Perfect Tense Future Perfect Tense

1. 1. 1.

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3. 3. 3.

4. 4. 4.

5. 5. 5.

DAY 5
Let’s see how much you have Learned!
(Post-Assessment)
I. KNOWLEDGE
A. Changing Tenses (10 points)
Directions: Read and analyze the following sentences carefully. Change the tense of the verb or verb phrase
used in each sentence according to the instruction given inside the parentheses. Write your sentence on the
space provided after each item.
Example: 1. Did the jury reach a verdict? (Change to present perfect tense)
-Has the jury reached a verdict?

1. Japson has already submitted his paper to Ms. Camero. (Change to past tense)
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2. Samantha played Juliet in Romeo and Juliet. (Change to future tense)
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3. Martina had studied recent fossil discoveries. (Change to present perfect tense)
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4. The heady scent of Mexican tuberoses filled the air. (Change to past perfect tense)
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5. The Detroit Symphony returned from Europe. (Change to present perfect tense)
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6. The girls’ volleyball team has won the state title. (Change to past perfect tense)
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7. A new roller rink will open at the mall before Thanksgiving. (Change to future perfect tense)
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8. Mr. Esguerra reminded Mr. Jaljis regarding the submission of the academic modules for the last quarter
of the semester. (Change to present perfect tense)

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9. The Department of Health classified as ‘high risk’ for COVID-19 the Cordilleras, Cagayan Valley, and
Zamboanga peninsula. (Change to present tense)
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10. The Commission on Higher Education has studied the conduct of limited face-to-face classes in areas
with low COVID-19 cases. (Change to future tense)
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“Never stop learning; for when we stop learning, we stop growing.”

–Loyal ‘Jack’ Lewman

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CHECK your understanding!
ANSWERS FOR PRE-ASSESSMENT
1. G. Tense of Verb
2. C. Past Perfect Tense
3. D. Past Tense
4. E. Present Perfect Tense
5. F. Present Tense
6. A. Future Perfect Tense
7. B. Future Tense

REFERENCES
McDougal, Littell & Company (1989). McDougal, Littell English. Evanston, Illinois,
USA: McDougal , Littell & Company

Odell, L., Vacca, R., Hobbs, R. & Warriner, J. E. (2007). Elements of Language. (Fifth
Course). Austin, USA: HOLT, RINEHEART and WINSTON

Inspirational Video - You can be a hero too. [Video]. Retrieved from

[Link]

Merriam-Webster Dictionary (2017)