Present Perfect vs. Present Perfect Continuous Tense Worksheet For Classes 8 And 9

Fill in the blanks with the present perfect or present perfect continuous tense form of the verb. In some cases, both are possible.

Notes

The present perfect is used to talk about a finished action or situation that is in some way related to the present. It is commonly used with the time expressions already, yet, ever and never.

The present perfect continuous is used to talk about an action or situation that started in the past and has continued up to the present and is still continuing. This tense form is commonly used with the time expressions since and for. Note that the present perfect is also possible with this meaning. Use the present perfect when the emphasis is on the idea of completion. Use the present perfect continuous to focus on the idea of continuity.

1. I ……………………… English for six months. (learn)

2. She …………………… practicing the piano since January. (practice)

3. We …………………….. the work. (finish)

4. I ……………………….. the invite. (receive)

5. The guests …………………….. (not arrive) yet.

6. I ……………………….. the parcel. (sent)

7. I …………………….. since morning. (wait)

8. Janaki ……………………… to Raju for 18 years. (marry)

9. I ……………………… (know) him for a long time.

10. You ……………………… (watch) TV since morning.

Answers

1. I have learned English for six months.

2. She has been practicing the piano since January.

3. We have finished the work.

4. I have received the invite.

5. The guests have not arrived yet.

6. I have sent the parcel.

7. I have been waiting since morning.

8. Janaki has been married to Raju for 18 years.

9. I have known him for a long time.

10. You have been watching TV since morning.