Future Continuous

Future Continuous – Exercises

These exercises focus on Future Continuous

What is the Future Continuous Tense?

The Future Continuous Tense describes an ongoing action that will be happening at a particular time in the future. Instead of focusing on when an action begins or ends, this tense highlights what will be in progress at a specific point in time.

Examples:

1. At 8 PM tomorrow, I will be watching TV.

2. By this time next week, she will be working on her project.

Rules for Using the Future Continuous

Structure

To form the Future Continuous, follow this structure:
Subject + will + be + verb(-ing)

When to Use

1. To describe an action in progress at a specific time in the future

• At 7 PM tonight, I will be having dinner.

2. To talk about interrupted actions in the future

• They will be sleeping when the phone rings.

3. To make polite inquiries about future plans

• Will you be attending the meeting?

Common Errors

1. Omitting "be" in the structure

• Incorrect: She will working at 9 AM.

• Correct: She will be working at 9 AM.

2. Using the wrong verb form

• Incorrect: I will be go to the store.

• Correct: I will be going to the store.

3. Using Future Continuous with stative verbs

• Incorrect: I will be knowing the answer.

• Correct: I will know the answer. (Use simple future for stative verbs.)

4. Mixing it up with Simple Future

• Incorrect: At 9 AM, I will finish my report.

• Correct: At 9 AM, I will be finishing my report.

Everyday Uses of the Future Continuous

1. At Work

• "At this time tomorrow, we will be preparing for the presentation."

• "Will you be joining the training session next week?"

2. At Home

• "I will be cleaning the house when you arrive."

• "We won’t be watching TV tonight because we have guests."

3. Social Situations

• "What will you be doing this weekend?"

• "She will be hosting a party next Saturday."

Comparison with Simple Future

FAQ

What is the Future Continuous Tense used for?

It is used to describe ongoing actions that will happen at a specific time in the future or interrupted actions.

Can you use Future Continuous with all verbs?

No, you cannot use stative verbs like know, believe, or love in the Future Continuous. Use the Simple Future instead.

How do you form negative sentences in the Future Continuous?

Add "not" after "will":

• She will not (won’t) be traveling tomorrow.

What is the difference between Simple Future and Future Continuous?

The Simple Future talks about completed actions, while the Future Continuous emphasizes actions in progress at a future time.

How do you ask questions in the Future Continuous?

Start with "Will," then add the subject, "be," and the verb in -ing form:

• Will they be coming to the party?