A New Beginning
Understand the present perfect through changes that still matter now.
Highlighted words show the present perfect.
Nora moved to a new city three months ago, and her life has already changed.
Nora has lived in Seattle for three months. She has started a new job, has found a sunny apartment, and has joined a weekend hiking group. She has not learned every street yet, but she already feels more confident in her new city.
Since moving, Nora has met people from five different countries. She has tried foods she never ate before and has discovered several beautiful parks. Her brother has called every Sunday to hear her news. Nora still misses home, but this experience has taught her that she can build a life anywhere.
UNDERSTAND THE TENSE
Why the Present Perfect?
Use the present perfect for past actions connected to now, life experience, or unfinished time.
Three examples from the story
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Nora has lived there for three months.
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She has joined a hiking group.
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Her experience has taught her confidence.
One quick challenge
Complete: Nora ___ many new people since moving.