To solve this, we need to look at each sentence and decide if the action is happening now (Present), happened before (Past), or will happen later (Future).
Here is the step-by-step breakdown:
1.
Merchandisers begin by listening to focus groups.
* The verb is "begin" (present tense). It describes a general fact or routine.
* Answer:
Present
2.
They bring together many styles for teenagers to look at.
* The verb is "bring" (present tense). This is part of their regular job description.
* Answer:
Present
3.
Later, the design team will add special touches.
* The word "Later" and the helper verb "will" show this happens in the future.
* Answer:
Future
4.
They sent the final designs out for more work.
* The verb is "sent" (past tense of send). This action is already done.
* Answer:
Past
5.
The marketers discuss the latest fashions and ideas.
* The verb is "discuss" (present tense). This is what they do currently.
* Answer:
Present
6.
They keep the prices low so teenagers can afford them.
* The verb is "keep" (present tense). This describes a current strategy.
* Answer:
Present
7.
At one point, the partners were sent back to the cutting room.
* The phrase "At one point" refers to a specific time in the past. The verb "were sent" is past tense.
* Answer:
Past
8.
There, several assemble a small run for the test market.
* The verb is "assemble" (present tense). This describes the action taking place in the narrative present.
* Answer:
Present
9.
A new pair of jeans will appear in no time.
* The phrase "will appear" indicates something that hasn't happened yet.
* Answer:
Future
10.
Shoppers of all ages will buy the jeans.
* The verb phrase "will buy" shows this is a prediction for the future.
* Answer:
Future
11.
The marketers decide on a plan for letting customers know about the jeans.
* The verb is "decide" (present tense). They are doing this now.
* Answer:
Present
12.
Then, they will plan a campaign to attract buyers.
* The word "Then" (meaning next) and "will plan" show this is the next step in the future.
* Answer:
Future
13.
For instance, they designed the big signs and bus charms used on its routes.
* The verb is "designed" (past tense). These items were already created.
* Answer:
Past
14.
An ad agency will create ads for magazines and newspapers.
* The verb phrase "will create" means this work is yet to be done.
* Answer:
Future
15.
Researchers will show their ads to consumer groups.
* The verb phrase "will show" indicates a future action.
* Answer:
Future
Final Answer:
1. Present
2. Present
3. Future
4. Past
5. Present
6. Present
7. Past
8. Present
9. Future
10. Future
11. Present
12. Future
13. Past
14. Future
15. Future
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of past present and future tense worksheet.
