Present Simple tense is used to describe actions that are habitual or generally true. Here is how you can fill in the blanks using the correct form of the verbs in parentheses:
1) They play football at the institute. (to play)
- "play" is used here to denote a habitual action.
2) She does not write emails. (not/ to write)
- "does not write" is used to describe something she habitually does not do.
3) Do you speak English? (to speak)
- This is a general question about ability or habitual action.
4) My mother does not like fish. (not/to like)
- "does not like" is used to describe her general preference.
5) Does Ann have any friends? (to have)
- This question inquires about a general state or condition.
6) His brother works in an office. (to work)
- "works" is used to describe a regular job situation.
7) She cannot read very fast. (cannot/to read)
- "cannot read" is a statement about ability, expressed in the negative.
8) Do they water the flowers every 3 days? (to water)
- This question asks about a regular action.
9) His wife does not ride a motorbike. (not/to ride)
- "does not ride" describes something she does not do, generally speaking.
10) Does Elizabeth drink coffee? (to drink)
- This question inquires about a general habit or preference.
These sentences illustrate how the Present Simple is used to express habits, general truths, daily activities, and fixed arrangements.