1. Overview:
Mixed tenses involve using different verb tenses together in sentences. This helps us talk about actions in the past, present, and future. It's important for giving clear information about when things happen.
2. Cases of Usage:
Case 1: Talking about past experiences and present situations (Past Simple, Present Perfect).
Example: I have visited Paris, and I loved the food there.
Case 2: Describing future plans with past experiences (Future Simple, Past Simple).
Example: I will go to the beach tomorrow because I went there last summer.
Case 3: Using present and future tenses to show habits (Present Simple, Present Continuous, Future Simple).
Example: I play soccer every Saturday, I am playing it right now by myself, and next week, I will play with my friends.
3. Exceptions or Things to Pay Attention To:
Sometimes, we use the present simple for future events, especially with timetables.
Example: The train leaves at 5 PM. (not "will leave")
Also, be careful with irregular verbs in the past tense.
Example: I saw a movie last night (not "see").
4. Additional Notes:
Common mistakes include mixing up the past and present forms. Remember to check the time words you use, like "yesterday" for past and "tomorrow" for future.
