Complete the sentences with the present simple or present continuous form of the verbs in brackets.

1. I am writing (write) to my friend in Ankara right now. I email (email) her every month. 2. We usually watch (watch) the news on TV, but today we are listening (listen) to it in the car. 3. Henry is saving (save) his pocket money at the moment because he needs (need) a new bike. 4. Are you looking (look) for my sister? She usually sits (sit) over there. 5. Our mum does not go (not go) to work on Fridays, but she is working (work) today. 6. My friends are swimming (swim) in the sea today, but I’m not. I prefer (prefer) swimming pools. 7. Are you waiting (wait) for Susie? She usually does not arrive (not arrive) late. 8. I am cooking (cook) pancakes for breakfast at the moment. I often make (make) them at the weekend.