Present Continuous - Sing and learn (Tom's Diner by Susan Vega)

1. First let's revise how to form the present continuous tense. Look at the scheme and answer the questions:
- What is the auxiliary verb?
- What is the ending?

2. Listen to the song and answer the questions:

1.  Where is the woman?

2. What is she drinking?
3. What is she reading?
4. What is she listening to?
5. What is the weather like?

Susan Vega "Tom's Diner"

Culture Reference

A diner is a small restaurant in the USA or Canada. Diners offer a wide range of foods, mostly American cuisine (hamburgers, french fries, club sandwiches), and a casual atmosphere. Thre is a combination of booths served by waiters and a long sit-down counter with direct service. Most diners have extended hours, and some, especially along highways, stay open for 24 hours.

A diner

3. Watch the video and copy out all the present continuous forms that you hear.

4. Download the worksheet here and do the task.