Already vs Yet grammar Exercise

Learn how to use "already" and "yet" correctly in different situations. Practice recognizing whether an action is completed or still expected using dropdown selections.

Exercise Guide

How to complete:

Choose the correct word for each blank. Use “already” for actions that happened sooner than expected or before now, and “yet” for actions that have not happened up to now or are still expected. Pay attention to whether the sentence is positive, negative, or a question.

Success tips:

  • “Already” is used in positive sentences to show something happened earlier than expected.
  • “Yet” is used in negatives or questions to show something hasn’t happened up to now.
  • “Have you finished yet?” means you’re expecting it soon.
  • “I’ve already finished” means it happened earlier than expected.

Knowledge:

This exercise focuses on the correct use of “already” and “yet” with the present perfect tense. You'll learn how these adverbs change the meaning of time in statements and questions, showing whether something has happened or is still expected to happen.

Complete the Exercise

Paragraph 1

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I haven’t eaten lunch . Have you finished yours?
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Paragraph 2

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She’s sent the email, but he hasn’t replied .
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Paragraph 3

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Have they arrived , or are they on the way?
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Paragraph 4

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I’ve told you this story! You don’t remember?
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Paragraph 5

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He hasn’t finished his homework . The teacher is waiting.
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Paragraph 6

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We’ve met him before, haven’t we?
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Paragraph 7

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They haven’t packed their bags . The taxi is coming soon!
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Paragraph 8

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Has she called her parents ?
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Paragraph 9

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I’ve seen that movie twice. It’s really good!
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Paragraph 10

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We haven’t heard from them . Maybe they’re still traveling.
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Paragraph 11

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The train has left. We missed it!
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Paragraph 12

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Have you finished your coffee , or do you need more time?
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Paragraph 13

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He’s done his chores, so he’s watching TV now.
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Paragraph 14

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I haven’t opened the letter . I’m a bit nervous.
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Paragraph 15

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She’s finished her degree and started working.
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Paragraph 16

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Have you done your shopping , or are you planning to go later?
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Paragraph 17

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The movie has started. We’re a bit late!
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Paragraph 18

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They haven’t arrived . Let’s wait a few more minutes.
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Paragraph 19

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She’s applied for the new job. She told me yesterday.
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Paragraph 20

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I haven’t visited that museum , but I really want to.
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