Chapter in 30 Seconds
Master the art of planning your future by using simple, natural English grammar.
- Identify when to use the present continuous for fixed future plans.
- Distinguish between predictions, intentions, and firm arrangements.
- Practice speaking about your upcoming social and professional schedule.
你将学到什么
Learn how to use present continuous for fixed future arrangements and review all future forms: will, going to, and present continuous.
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Present Continuous for Future ArrangementsUse present continuous (am/is/are + -ing) for fixed future arrangements — things already planned and often in your diary.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:
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By the end you will be able to: describe your weekly schedule using present continuous for firm arrangements.
关键例句 (2)
I am having lunch with my boss tomorrow.
They are getting married next June.
技巧与窍门 (1)
Is it in your diary?
核心词汇 (5)
Real-World Preview
Making Plans with a Colleague
Review Summary
- Subject + am/is/are + verb-ing + (time word)
常见错误
Since a meeting is a fixed arrangement, present continuous is more natural than 'will'.
Always remember the verb 'to be' before the -ing verb.
While 'going to' is okay, the present continuous is preferred for scheduled business meetings.
Next Steps
You are making amazing progress! Keep practicing your future forms every day.
Write your calendar for the next 3 days.
快速练习 (4)
Find and fix the mistake:
I am go to London next week.
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Are you ___ to the party?
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I ___ (see) the doctor at 3 PM.
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I ___ (meet) my friend tomorrow.
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