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Verb Form – Quiz 1
Verb Form Quiz 1 (30 MCQs)
This multiple-choice question set evaluates students' understanding of various verb forms in English grammar, including irregular verbs, regular verb formation, subject-verb agreement, and the use of infinitives. It also covers skills such as identifying gerunds, recognizing present participle vs other verb forms, and forming polite requests and suggestions.
Quiz Instructions
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1.
Look! Kate ..... the flowers
A) Is plannting.
B) Planting.
C) Are planting.
D) Is planting.
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Explanations:
The sentence "Look! Kate..... the flowers" requires a verb in its present continuous form because it is an exclamation indicating an action happening now. The subject, Kate (singular), needs to be followed by "is planting," which correctly uses the auxiliary verb "is" with the -ing form of the main verb "plant." Therefore, option D) Is planting is correct.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. The subject Kate requires a singular verb form.
Option B:
Incorrect. Missing auxiliary verb "is."
Option C:
Incorrect. Subject and verb agreement error; needs "is planting."
Option D:
Correct. Uses proper present continuous tense for the singular subject.
2.
Flats in Bahrain ..... expensive, but the shops .....
A) Are/ are.
B) Is / aren't.
C) Are/ aren't.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "Flats in Bahrain are expensive, but the shops aren't." requires both subjects to be in agreement with their respective verbs. "Flats" is plural and thus takes a plural verb form "are". "Shops" is also plural and should take the negative form of the verb "aren't". This makes option C correct.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect because both subjects require different verb forms.
Option B:
Incorrect for the same reason as Option A.
Option C:
Correct as it uses "are" and "aren't" appropriately.
Option D:
Not applicable since option C is correct.
3.
It's no use ..... James. He never comes to our parties.
A) Invited.
B) Invites.
C) To invite.
D) Invite.
E) Inviting.
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Explanations:
The sentence "It's no use ..... James. He never comes to our parties." requires a verb form that functions as the object of the preposition "use". The correct answer is
E) Inviting.
This infinitive form ("inviting") fits grammatically and logically, indicating an ongoing or habitual action.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Invited" is a past tense verb, which does not fit the context of a general statement about James's behavior.
Option B:
"Invites" is in present tense and would be used for an ongoing action or habitual behavior, but it doesn't fit as the object of "use".
Option C:
"To invite" is a gerund form, which typically functions as a noun but does not fit here.
Option D:
"Invite" is an infinitive without 'to', and it doesn't function correctly in this context.
Option E:
"Inviting" is the correct infinitive form, fitting as the object of "use".
4.
Would you like ..... the next dance with me?
A) To have.
B) Having.
C) Had.
D) Has.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
A) To have.
In the sentence "Would you like ..... the next dance with me?", the verb form should be in its infinitive form, which is "to have". This fits grammatically as it introduces a polite request or offer.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. The infinitive form "to have" is appropriate for this sentence structure.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Having" is the gerund form, which does not fit here as it would imply an action in progress or completed.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Had" is the past tense and does not fit the context of a polite offer or request.
Option D:
Incorrect. "Has" is the third-person singular present form, which is not suitable for this sentence structure.
5.
Which sentence uses a present perfect verb tense correctly?
A) Augusta will have seen this movie 3 times.
B) Mamie has apologized to Mark twice, but he is still mad at her.
C) Mick had never been to the fair before.
D) Caleb have lived here for three years.
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Explanations:
The present perfect tense is used to describe an action that happened at an unspecified time before now, often with words like "already," "yet," "just," "never," and "ever." In option B, "Mamie has apologized to Mark twice, but he is still mad at her," the verb "has apologized" correctly uses the present perfect tense. This indicates that the action of apologizing occurred before now.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Uses future perfect ("will have seen"), not present perfect.
Option B:
Correct use of present perfect ("has apologized").
Option C:
Uses past perfect ("had never been"), not present perfect.
Option D:
Incorrect subject-verb agreement ("Caleb have" instead of "Caleb has").
6.
Long prefers (buy) ..... a self-woven scarf to shoes.
A) To buy.
B) Buys.
C) Bought.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence requires a verb form that functions as an infinitive to complete the preference expressed by "prefers." The correct choice is
To buy.
This infinitive form fits grammatically and logically within the context of the sentence, indicating Long's preference for buying a self-woven scarf over shoes.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "To buy" is an infinitive verb form that properly completes the sentence.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Buys" is in the third-person singular present tense, which does not fit grammatically here as it would imply a completed action or a general preference statement.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Bought" is in the past tense and does not fit the context of expressing a current preference.
Option D:
Incorrect. None of the above is not applicable since one correct option exists.
7.
As we walked past, we saw John ..... his car.
A) Repaired.
B) Repairing.
C) Repair.
D) To repair.
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Explanations:
The sentence requires a verb form that is in progress at the time of walking past, indicating an ongoing action. "Repairing" (Option B) correctly conveys this continuous state.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Repaired" indicates a completed action, which does not fit the context of an ongoing activity.
Option B:
"Repairing" is correct as it describes an action in progress at the time of walking past John.
Option C:
"Repair" lacks the necessary verb form to indicate the ongoing nature of the action.
Option D:
"To repair" is a infinitive form and does not fit grammatically in this context.
8.
I can hear a cat ..... at the window.
A) Scratching.
B) To scratch.
C) Scratches.
D) Was scratching.
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Explanations:
The sentence "I can hear a cat ..... at the window." requires an ongoing action that is happening now, which is why the present participle form of the verb "scratch" (Scratching) is correct. The use of "can hear" indicates something currently in progress.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Present participle form fits with ongoing action.
Option B:
Incorrect. Infinitive form does not fit the context.
Option C:
Incorrect. Past tense does not fit the context of an ongoing action.
Option D:
Incorrect. Past continuous does not fit the context of a current sound.
9.
The bus ..... for five minutes and then it ..... without them.
A) Wait, leave.
B) Waited, left.
C) Waiting, leaving.
D) Waits, left.
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Explanations:
The sentence requires the use of past tense verbs since the actions described have already occurred. "Wait" in present tense does not fit because it implies an ongoing action, whereas "waited" indicates a completed action. Similarly, "leave" should be changed to its past tense form "left" for consistency.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. "Wait" is in present tense and does not match the past context.
Option B:
Correct. Both verbs are in the correct past tense forms, indicating completed actions.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Waiting" is a gerund (present participle) and cannot be used as the second verb here.
Option D:
Incorrect. "Waits" is in present tense and does not match the past context, while "left" should be "left" to maintain consistency with "waited".
10.
Thank you for your kind offer ..... a dinner at your apartment. It was excellent.
A) To have.
B) Had.
C) Have.
D) Having.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
A) To have.
In the context of the sentence, "to have" functions as an infinitive verb form that correctly fills in the gap to complete the phrase "Thank you for your kind offer... a dinner at your apartment. It was excellent." The infinitive form is appropriate here because it introduces the action being offered.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Infinitive verb form used appropriately.
Option B:
Incorrect. Past tense does not fit grammatically or contextually.
Option C:
Incorrect. Base form without "to" is not appropriate here.
Option D:
Incorrect. Present participle does not fit the sentence structure.
11.
My grandparents don't like ..... in the city because it's noisy and crowded.
A) Live.
B) To living.
C) Living.
D) Lived.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
C) Living.
In this sentence, "like" is followed by a gerund (verb + -ing form), which functions as a noun. The verb "to live" needs to be in its gerund form "living" to fit grammatically and semantically.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Live is the base form of the verb, not suitable here.
Option B:
To living is incorrect as it uses an infinitive with 'to' which doesn't fit this context.
Option C:
Living is correct; a gerund used as a noun after "like".
Option D:
Lived is the past tense form, not appropriate here.
12.
Do you remember to avoid ..... at the rush hours? A. being travelled B. travel C. to travelling D. travelling
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
D) Travelling.
The phrase "to avoid" requires an -ing form of the verb, which makes "travelling" the appropriate choice. "Being travelled" and "travel" do not fit grammatically in this context.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Being travelled is not a correct form to use after 'to avoid'.
Option B:
Travel does not match the required -ing form.
Option C:
To travelling is incorrect; it should be just "travelling".
Option D:
Travelling is the correct -ing form to use after 'to avoid'.
13.
What is the correct way to spell the red verb in present tense?The bee buzz around the flowers.
A) Buzzzs.
B) Buzzes.
C) Buzziz.
D) Buzzs.
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Explanations:
The correct form of the verb "buzz" in the present tense for a third-person singular subject (like "the bee") is
B buzzes.
This follows the general rule that most verbs add an "-s" to form the third-person singular, but irregular verbs like "buzz" have their own specific forms.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Buzzzs. Incorrect; it adds two 'z' letters which is not a standard English spelling.
Option B:
Buzzes. Correct; this matches the irregular form of "buzz" for third-person singular present tense.
Option C:
Buzziz. Incorrect; it incorrectly adds an extra 'z' and 'i', which is not a valid English spelling.
Option D:
Buzzs. Incorrect; it omits the 'e' after 'z', making it incorrect for this irregular verb form.
14.
What is the correct form of "to be" ?He ..... planning on going out tonight. (present)
A) Was.
B) Is.
C) Am.
D) Were.
E) Are.
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Explanations:
The correct form of "to be" in the sentence is
Is
. This is because the subject "He" is singular and the sentence is in the present tense, requiring the use of "is" to complete the verb phrase.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Was - Incorrect as it is for past tense.
Option B:
Is - Correct form for singular subject in present tense.
Option C:
Am - Incorrect as it is for first person singular.
Option D:
Were - Incorrect as it is for plural subjects or past tense.
Option E:
Are - Incorrect as it is for plural subjects.
15.
If you ..... (come) back to the ancient world, where would you visit?
A) Could come.
B) Will come.
C) Come.
D) Came.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
A) Could come.
This option uses the modal verb "could" to express a hypothetical situation in the past, which fits well with the context of imagining going back to the ancient world. The other options do not fit grammatically or semantically: "Will come" and "Come" are future tense forms that don't match the conditional nature implied by "if you..."; "Came" is a past tense form, which would imply an actual visit rather than a hypothetical one.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Uses modal verb "could" for a hypothetical situation.
Option B:
Incorrect as it uses future tense, not suitable for a hypothetical past scenario.
Option C:
Incorrect as it is in present tense, not fitting the context of a hypothetical visit to the past.
Option D:
Incorrect as it is in simple past tense, implying an actual event rather than a hypothetical one.
16.
Verb3 of "know" is .....
A) Knowing.
B) Knew.
C) Know.
D) Known.
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Explanations:
The verb form "known" is the past participle of "know." It is used in passive constructions and as an adjective, such as in "a known fact."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Knowing - This is the present participle form.
Option B:
Knew - This is the simple past tense form.
Option C:
Know - This is the base or infinitive form.
Option D:
Known - This is the correct answer as it is the past participle form used in passive constructions and as an adjective.
17.
She (buy) a lot of souvenirs last summer vacation.
A) Is buying.
B) Buy.
C) Bought.
D) Was buy.
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Explanations:
The sentence describes an action that occurred in the past, specifically during last summer vacation. Therefore, a past tense verb form is required. "Bought" (Option C) is the simple past tense of "buy," making it the correct choice.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Is buying - This is present continuous and does not fit the context of an action in the past.
Option B:
Buy - This is the base form and does not indicate that the action has already occurred, which is necessary for the given sentence.
Option C:
Bought - Correct. Simple past tense indicating a completed action in the past.
Option D:
Was buy - This is incorrect as "was" is used with the base form of the verb, not with "buy," which requires "-ed" for past tense.
18.
Choose the correct tense of "write" to fit the sentence. John ..... a letter to his friend last week.
A) Writed.
B) Writes.
C) Write.
D) Wrote.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
D) Wrote.
This is the past tense of "write," which fits the context of the sentence indicating an action completed last week.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. There is no such verb form as "writed."
Option B:
Incorrect. "Writes" is in present tense, not past tense.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Write" is the base form and does not fit the context of a completed action.
Option D:
Correct. "Wrote" is the simple past tense of "write," appropriate for describing an action from last week.
19.
He's obviously really embarrassed about it because he forbade me ..... anyone.
A) Telling.
B) To telling.
C) To tell.
D) Being told.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
C) To tell.
The verb "forbid" requires a gerund (verb + -ing form) or an infinitive without "to." In this context, the phrase "forbade me to tell anyone" uses the infinitive form "to tell," which correctly completes the sentence. This construction indicates that he forbade you from telling anyone about something.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Telling" is a gerund, but it doesn't fit grammatically in this context.
Option B:
"To telling" is incorrect; the infinitive form should not have "to" repeated.
Option C:
"To tell" is correct and fits the sentence structure properly.
Option D:
"Being told" implies passive voice, which doesn't fit the active verb "forbid."
20.
What's the past form of the verb SEE?
A) Seest.
B) Sew.
C) Saw.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The past form of the verb "see" is correctly given by
Option C: Saw.
This follows the regular -ed ending for verbs in English, which is common for most verbs to form their simple past tense and past participle forms.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Seest" is a form used in archaic or poetic language (second person singular of the past tense).
Option B:
"Sew" is unrelated to the verb "see"; it means to stitch or mend with thread.
Option C:
"Saw" correctly represents the simple past and past participle form of "see."
Option D:
Not applicable as "saw" is indeed correct for this verb.
21.
Choose the sentence that uses a FUTURE TENSE verb.
A) Jada will dance at the show.
B) Jada danced at the show.
C) Jada dances at the show.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "Jada will dance at the show" uses a future tense verb, specifically "will dance."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Uses future tense with "will."
Option B:
Incorrect. Uses past tense with "danced."
Option C:
Incorrect. Uses present tense with "dances."
Option D:
Incorrect. There is a correct answer among the options provided.
22.
The second form of the verb 'pay' is .....
A) Payed.
B) Paid.
C) Paying.
D) Pays.
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Explanations:
The second form of the verb 'pay' is
paid
. This is the past tense and past participle form, used in sentences like "He paid for the meal" or "The bill has been paid."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Payed - This is not a standard English verb form.
Option B:
Paid - Correct. This is the past tense and past participle of 'pay.'
Option C:
Paying - This is the present participle, used for continuous actions like "He is paying now."
Option D:
Pays - This is the third-person singular simple present form, used in sentences like "She pays her rent monthly."
23.
Don't ..... ( touch) the stove or you may ..... (get) a burn.
A) Touching / getting.
B) Touch / to get.
C) Touch / get.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
Option C is correct because it uses the base form of the verb "touch" in the first blank and the base form of the verb "get" in the second blank, which are appropriate for imperative sentences. The structure "Don't + base form of verb" is used to give a command or instruction.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Using participles ("Touching / getting") does not fit the imperative sentence structure.
Option B:
Using "to get" in the second blank (infinitive form) is incorrect for this context; it should be the base form of the verb.
Option C:
Correct use of "Touch / get" as imperative forms.
Option D:
Not necessary since Option C is correct.
24.
The young teachers wanted a Foreign Language Teaching workshop ..... in Ho Chi Minh City.
A) To be holding.
B) To be held.
C) Should hold.
D) To hold.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
B) To be held.
This option uses the passive voice form, which is appropriate for expressing a desire for an action to take place without specifying who will perform it. The phrase "wanted a Foreign Language Teaching workshop" indicates that the teachers are requesting or hoping for the workshop to occur, making the passive construction suitable.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"To be holding" is in the present continuous tense and implies an ongoing action, which does not fit the context of a request.
Option B:
"To be held" correctly uses the passive voice to express the desired future event.
Option C:
"Should hold" is in the modal should + base form and implies obligation or recommendation, which does not match the context of a request for an event.
Option D:
"To hold" uses the infinitive form and suggests that someone will perform the action, which contradicts the passive voice requirement.
25.
Don't forget ..... her my message when you see her.
A) Giving.
B) Give.
C) To give.
D) Gave.
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Explanations:
The infinitive form "to give" is used after the verb "forget" when it means to remember to do something. This construction indicates a future action that needs to be performed.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Giving - Incorrect, as "giving" is not an infinitive form.
Option B:
Give - Incorrect, as it should be in the infinitive form "to give."
Option C:
To give - Correct, as this is the proper infinitive form to use after "forget" for remembering to do something.
Option D:
Gave - Incorrect, as it is a past tense form and does not fit the context of future action.
26.
My sister is interested in ..... shopping at weekends. A. went B. going C. to go D. go
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Explanations:
The sentence "My sister is interested in going shopping at weekends" requires the gerund form of the verb "go," which is "going." The phrase "is interested in" typically takes a gerund as its object, making "B. going" the correct choice.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"D." - Incorrect answer reference.
Option B:
"B." - Correct answer. Uses the appropriate verb form (gerund).
Option C:
"C." - Incorrect answer reference.
Option D:
"D." - Incorrect answer reference.
27.
I ..... Carlos, from Mexico.
A) Were.
B) Are.
C) Am.
D) Is.
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Explanations:
The verb form "am" is the correct choice for the sentence "I ..... Carlos, from Mexico." because it agrees with the subject "I," which is a singular pronoun. In English grammar, the verb form must match the number of the subject: singular subjects use singular verbs and plural subjects use plural verbs.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Were - Incorrect as "were" is for plural subjects.
Option B:
Are - Incorrect as "are" is for plural subjects.
Option C:
Am - Correct as it matches the singular subject "I."
Option D:
Is - Incorrect as "is" is typically used with third-person singular pronouns like "he," "she," or "it."
28.
I suggested to Mike that we (go) out for a meal with his colleagues.
A) Went.
B) Going.
C) Had gone.
D) Go.
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Explanations:
The suggested sentence is a suggestion to Mike, indicating an action that has not yet taken place but is proposed for the future. Therefore, the correct verb form should be in the base form of the infinitive "to go," which matches Option D:
Go.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Went - This is in the past tense and does not fit the context of a future suggestion.
Option B:
Going - This is a present participle form, typically used for continuous actions or clauses, which is not appropriate here.
Option C:
Had gone - This indicates an action that was completed before another past action and does not fit the context of a suggestion.
Option D:
Go - This matches the base form of the infinitive, correctly used for making suggestions or proposals.
29.
..... verbs are formed by adding-d or-ed at the end of the word. What type of verb is this?
A) Irregular.
B) Regular.
C) Action.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
Regular verbs are those that form their past tense and past participle by adding -d or -ed to the base form of the verb, without any changes in spelling. This is a common pattern observed in English verbs such as "walked" (from walk) and "talked" (from talk).
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Irregular verbs do not follow this -d or -ed rule; they have unique forms for past tense and past participle, like "went" (past tense of go).
Option B:
Correct. Regular verbs use the -d or -ed ending to form their past tense and past participle.
Option C:
Action verbs describe physical or mental actions but do not specify how they are formed in terms of tense.
Option D:
Not applicable as regular verb formation is well-defined with -d or -ed endings.
30.
What is the gerund in this sentence: "Reading books is my favorite hobby" ?
A) Reading.
B) Books.
C) Favorite.
D) Is.
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Explanations:
The gerund in the sentence "Reading books is my favorite hobby" is
Reading
. A gerund is a verb form that functions as a noun, and in this case, it serves as the subject of the sentence.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Reading is a verb form functioning as a noun (gerund).
Option B:
Incorrect. Books are the direct object of the gerund "Reading".
Option C:
Incorrect. Favorite is an adjective describing the hobby.
Option D:
Incorrect. Is is a linking verb connecting the subject to the predicate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between regular and irregular verbs in present tense?
Regular verbs form their present tense by adding -s, -es, or -ies to the base form. Irregular verbs have unique forms for the present tense that must be memorized, such as "go" becoming "goes."
How does subject-verb agreement work in English?
Subject-verb agreement means that the verb must match the number of the subject. For example, a singular subject uses a singular verb, and a plural subject uses a plural verb.
What is the role of verb form in polite requests?
In polite requests, using modal verbs like "could" or "might" with the base form of the verb makes the request more courteous and less direct. For example, saying "Could you help me?" instead of "Help me!"
How do we use gerunds in English sentences?
Gerunds are formed by adding -ing to the base form of a verb and function as nouns. They can be used as subjects, objects, or complements in sentences, such as "Swimming is fun."
What are some common uses of the future tense in English?
The future tense in English can be formed using "will" or "going to," and it is used to express actions that will happen after the present. It's also used for predictions, plans, and scheduled events.