Unit 7 Present perfect 1

Question 1

When we say that something has happened, this is usually new information.

Answer 1

Ow! I’ve cut my finger.
The road is closed. There’s been an accident.
Pollice have arrested two men in connection with the robbery.

Question 2

When we use the present perfect, there is a connection with now. The action in the past has a result now.

Answer 2

Where’s your key? I don’t know. I’ve lost it.
He told his name, but I’ve forgotten it.
Is Sally here? No, she’s gone out.
I can’t find my bag. Have you seen it?

Question 3

Note the difference between gone and been

Answer 3

James is on holiday. He has gone to Italy. (=he is there now or on his way there)
Jane is back home now. She has been to Italy. (=she has now come back)

Question 4

You can use the present perfect with just, already and yet.

Answer 4

Are you hungry? No, I’ve just had lunch.
Dont’t forget to pay your electricity bill. I’ve already paid it.
Has it stopped raining yet?
I’ve written the email, but I haven’t sent it yet.