1、一般現(xiàn)在時(shí)
1.1、表習(xí)慣性動(dòng)作;人或事物的特性或狀態(tài);客觀真理等
Everyone is in high spirits. Light travels more quickly than sound.
1.2、用于時(shí)間和條件狀語(yǔ)從句，代替一般將來時(shí)
If it is fine tomorrow， we will go on a picnic. When you come next time， bring me some magazines.
1.3、與具有“出發(fā)，到達(dá)”含義的動(dòng)詞連用，表示按計(jì)劃將要發(fā)生的動(dòng)作
The delegation arrives in Beijing this afternoon. There is a new film tonight.
2、一般過去時(shí)(表示過去某時(shí)間的動(dòng)作或狀態(tài))
The children went out just now. She died ten years ago. I lost my wallet at the theatre.