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Are you needing some help with that project?
WRONG Do you need some help with that project?
In my country, people usually retire when they’re in their 60s.
RIGHT
My sister makes a big cake for my parents’ wedding anniversary right now.
WRONG My sister is making a big cake for my parents’ wedding anniversary right now.
He doesn’t want to study physics next year because he’s thinking it’s boring.
WRONG He doesn’t want to study physics next year because he thinks it’s boring.
Let’s have a coffee. I’m not studying at the moment.
RIGHT
My parents are often organising a big party for my birthday.
WRONG My parents are organising / often organise a big party for my birthday.
The children are watching a film on television at the moment.
RIGHT
Freddie isn’t wanting to go to university when he finishes school.
WRONG Freddie doesn't want to go to university when he finishes school.
I save money to go on holiday next year.
WRONG I'm saving money to go on holiday next year.
Do you celebrate special occasions?
RIGHT
My dad know a lot about cars.
WRONG My dad knows a lot about cars.
Jess gets ready to go out at the moment.
WRONG Jess is getting ready to go out at the moment.
I’m enjoying the party. Thanks for inviting me!
RIGHT
I never wear black clothes because they’re boring.
RIGHT
How often are you visiting your grandparents?
WRONG How often do you visit your grandparents?
When my parents are away, we stay at our aunt Betty’s house.
RIGHT
