We use the present simple tense to talk about well known facts.

Example Sentence:    Question: Cardiff is the capital of the Wales.

We use the present simple tense to talk about the laws of science.

Example Sentence:   Water turns to ice if you freeze it.

We use the present simple tense to talk about things we expect to happen in the future.

Example Sentences:    Question: When do you start your new job?   Answer: Next month.

We use the present simple tense to talk about timetables.

Example Sentences:  What time is the next bus due?  The next bus is due at 12.30.   

Information for Tutors: Maps to the UK Adult Literacy and ESOL core Curriculum Rw/E1.1, Rw/E1.2, RW/E1.3, Rw/E2.2.