Tense Timelines

In this worksheet, students sort events into two categories: actions with specific past times (simple past) and actions connected to the present (present perfect). Each sentence must also be rewritten using the correct tense. This task deepens understanding of when to use each tense and strengthens the ability to choose the correct structure based on time expressions. It also builds analytical skills by teaching students to differentiate between completed past actions and experiences without a specific time reference.

Curriculum Matched Skills

English Language Arts – Understanding Tense Contrast

English Language Arts – Sorting and Classifying Verb Forms

English Language Arts – Rewriting Sentences Accurately

English Language Arts – Time-Based Grammar Reasoning

This worksheet is part of our present perfect tense worksheets collection.