Английский язык для продолжающих. От уровня B1 к уверенной коммуникации на B2

Grammar Focus

Present Simple используется для:

регулярных действий и привычек;

фактов и постоянных ситуаций;

расписаний и общеизвестных истин.

Формула:

Subject + base verb (s/es для he/she/it)

Examples:

I work in an international company. – Я работаю в международной компании.

She usually starts work at nine. – Она обычно начинает работу в девять.

Present Continuous используется для:

действий, происходящих в момент речи;

временных ситуаций;

изменений и процессов.

Формула:

Subject + am/is/are + verb + -ing

Examples:

I am working from home this week. – Я работаю из дома на этой неделе.

They are discussing a new project now. – Они сейчас обсуждают новый проект.

Story

Michael works as a project manager in a small IT company. He usually starts his day early and checks his emails before breakfast. His job requires attention to details, and he often plans his tasks for the whole week.

This month, however, things are a bit different. Michael is working on a new international project, and the team is growing quickly. Right now, he is learning how to manage people from different countries and cultures. He is spending more time in meetings than usual and is adjusting his schedule.

At the moment, Michael is preparing a report for an important client. While he is writing the report, his colleagues are waiting for his feedback. He understands that this project is changing his daily routine, but he enjoys the challenge.

In general, Michael likes stability and clear plans. Still, he believes that temporary changes help people grow. That is why he is staying focused and doing his best every day.

Useful Words and Expressions

to work as – работать в качестве

usually – обычно

to require attention – требовать внимания

to plan tasks – планировать задачи

however – однако

at the moment – в данный момент

to grow quickly – быстро расти

right now – прямо сейчас

to spend time – проводить время

to adjust a schedule – корректировать расписание

to prepare a report – готовить отчёт

while – в то время как

to wait for feedback – ждать обратной связи

daily routine – повседневная рутина

in general – в целом

temporary changes – временные изменения

to stay focused – сохранять концентрацию

Exercises

Exercise 1. Fill in the blanks

Michael usually ___ (start) his day early.

He ___ (work) on a new project this month.

Right now, he ___ (prepare) a report.

His colleagues ___ (wait) for his feedback at the moment.

Exercise 2. Choose the correct option

Michael usually / is usually starting his day early.

This month he works / is working with an international team.

At the moment he writes / is writing a report.

Exercise 3. Answer the questions

How do you usually start your working day?

Are you working on any temporary projects at the moment?

What tasks do you usually plan in advance?

Are you learning anything new in your current work or studies?

How do changes affect your daily routine?

Answer Key

Exercise 1

starts

is working

is preparing

are waiting

Exercise 2

usually

is working

is writing

Exercise 3 (sample answers)

I usually start my working day by checking emails and planning my tasks. This helps me stay organized and focused.

Yes, I am working on a temporary project at the moment. It requires extra time and attention.

I usually plan my work tasks and meetings in advance. This allows me to manage my time effectively.

Yes, I am learning new professional skills related to my field. They are useful for my career development.

Changes affect my daily routine by making it less predictable. However, they often help me grow professionally.

Mini Tips

Use Present Simple with words like usually, often, every day.

Use Present Continuous with now, at the moment, this week.

If a situation feels temporary, Present Continuous is often the better choice.

Grammar Focus

Past Simple используется для:

завершённых действий в прошлом;

последовательных событий;

действий, произошедших в конкретное время.

Формула:

Subject + verb (2nd form / -ed)

Examples:

She finished the report yesterday. – Она закончила отчёт вчера.

They met their clients last week. – Они встретились с клиентами на прошлой неделе.

Past Continuous используется для:

действий, которые были в процессе в определённый момент в прошлом;

фоновых действий в истории;

описания ситуации, во время которой произошло другое действие.

Формула:

Subject + was / were + verb + -ing

Examples:

He was working late that evening. – Он работал допоздна в тот вечер.

They were discussing the plan when the manager arrived. – Они обсуждали план, когда пришёл менеджер.

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