Present perfect simple
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| Situations and states that started in the past and are still true |
I've been a member of MENSA for over five years. |
| A series of actions continuing up to now |
She's done a BA, an MA and a PhD so far. |
| Completed actions at a time in the past which is not important or relevant |
Have you ever read any books by Edward De Bono? |
| Completed actions where the important thing is the present result |
She's been awarded a scholarship to study at Harvard. |
| Action completed recently |
I've just received my exam results. |
| The future (in time clauses)
(see Unit 5 for more information) |
Tell me when you've finished the report. |
