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Present Simple Likes and Dislikes Quiz

Quick, free quiz for present tense likes practice. Instant results.

Editorial: Review CompletedCreated By: Mary PhanUpdated Aug 28, 2025
Difficulty: Moderate
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Use this quiz to practice the present simple for likes and dislikes, so you can say what you and others enjoy or do not like with clear, natural grammar. For extra help, try like and dislike questions, review the present simple tense, or see the difference in present simple vs past simple.

I ___ chocolate.
to like
likes
like
liking
In the simple present tense, the base form 'like' is used with 'I'. 'Likes' is only for third person singular subjects. 'Liking' is the present participle and used in continuous forms.
She ___ vanilla ice cream.
to like
like
liking
likes
With third person singular subjects, we add 's' to the base verb: 'likes'. The form 'like' without 's' is used for plural subjects or with 'I' and 'you'. 'Liking' is a participle form.
He ___ tea.
doesn't like
no like
don't like
not like
For third person singular negatives in simple present, we use 'doesn't' + base verb. 'Don't like' is only for I/you/we/they. 'Not like' and 'no like' are incorrect in this structure.
They ___ basketball.
to like
likes
like
liking
With plural subjects like 'they', we use the base form 'like'. The form 'likes' is reserved for third person singular. 'Liking' is the participle.
___ you like pizza?
Does
Is
Do
Are
For yes/no questions in simple present with 'you', we use 'Do'. 'Does' is for third person singular. 'Are' and 'Is' are used with be-verbs.
My parents ___ jazz music.
liking
to like
like
likes
With plural subjects such as 'my parents', use the base form 'like'. 'Likes' would be incorrect because it's for third person singular.
My brother ___ video games.
likes
like
liking
to like
For 'he' and other third person singular subjects, add 's' to form 'likes'. 'Like' is used with I/you/we/they.
We ___ spicy food.
to like
likes
like
hating
With 'we' (a plural subject), the simple present uses the base verb 'like'. 'Likes' is only for third person singular.
Does she ___ coffee?
likes
liking
like
doesn't like
In questions with third person singular, we invert 'does' + subject + base verb. We do not add 's' to the verb after 'does'.
I don't ___ singing in the rain.
to like
like
liking
likes
After 'don't' in simple present, the base verb follows. 'Likes' would be incorrect after 'don't'.
They ___ that movie.
not like
don't like
doesn't like
no like
For plural subjects in negative, use 'don't like' + object. 'Doesn't like' would only apply to he/she/it.
Select the sentence with correct adverb placement.
Always she likes to travel.
She likes to always travel.
She likes always to travel.
She always likes to travel.
Adverbs of frequency like 'always' typically come before the main verb in simple present. The correct placement is 'She always likes...'.
You like jazz, ___?
doesn't you
don't you
does you
do you
The question tag for positive statements with 'you' uses 'don't you'. Third person singular would use 'doesn't'.
Mark and Tina ___ playing tennis.
enjoy
enjoys
liking
likes
With plural subjects, use the base verb 'enjoy'. 'Enjoys' would be for he/she/it.
My cat ___ milk.
doesn't like
likes
liking
like
Cats are referred to in third person singular, so 'likes' is the correct form.
Why ___ she ___ broccoli?
isn't like
doesn't like
not likes
don't like
For third person singular negative questions, 'doesn't' + base verb is used before the object.
I ___ classical music more than pop.
preferring
prefer
prefer to
likes
The verb 'prefer' expresses likes/dislikes in a comparative sense. Use the base form 'prefer' after the subject.
She isn't very ___ of spiders.
nice
good
like
fond
The adjective 'fond' is used with 'of' to express likes or dislikes. 'Fond' + of + noun.
Do you mind ___ the window?
opened
opening
to open
open
After 'do you mind', we use the gerund form of the verb. 'Opening' is correct.
He likes ___ coffee in the morning.
drinks
drinking
to drink
drink
After 'like' when referring to an activity, use the gerund form 'drinking'.
I don't care ___ horror movies.
with
about
for
on
The verb 'care' is followed by the preposition 'about' to indicate likes or dislikes.
Sara ___ cats; she prefers dogs.
don't like
not likes
doesn't like
isn't liking
For third person singular negative, use 'doesn't like'. 'Don't like' is for plural subjects or first/second person.
He has no ___ for spicy food.
fondness
preferring
liking
fond
The noun 'fondness' expresses a degree of liking. 'He has no fondness for...' is the correct structure.
Neither John nor his friends ___ cooking classes.
enjoys
are enjoying
is enjoying
enjoy
With 'neither...nor', the verb agrees with the nearer subject. Here 'friends' is plural, so use 'enjoy'.
The committee ___ playing loud music.
doesn't enjoy
don't enjoy
don't enjoying
doesn't enjoying
Collective nouns like 'committee' usually take singular verbs in American English, so 'doesn't enjoy' is correct.
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Study Outcomes

  1. Understand Present Tense Structures -

    Grasp how to form basic present tense sentences for expressing likes and dislikes in English, ensuring proper subject-verb agreement.

  2. Differentiate Expressions of Preference -

    Identify and distinguish common verbs and phrases (e.g., like, love, don't like, hate, enjoy) used to convey personal preferences in everyday conversation.

  3. Apply Correct Verb Forms -

    Use the appropriate verb forms and auxiliary structures (do/does) in the present tense when stating likes and dislikes.

  4. Construct Affirmative and Negative Sentences -

    Build both positive and negative statements about your preferences by applying rules consistently in the present tense quiz on likes and dislikes.

  5. Interpret Quiz Feedback -

    Analyze your quiz results to pinpoint grammar strengths and areas for improvement in expressing likes and dislikes in English.

  6. Improve Fluency in Expressing Preferences -

    Enhance your ability to communicate personal tastes naturally by practicing with this interactive present tense preferences quiz.

Cheat Sheet

  1. Using the Present Simple for Preferences -

    The present simple tense is the default form for stating likes and dislikes, featuring verbs such as "like," "love," "hate," and "prefer." For example, "I like jazz music" clearly communicates a positive preference. According to the British Council, mastering this structure builds a solid foundation for natural conversation (Source: British Council).

  2. Subject-Verb Agreement in the Third Person -

    When talking about he, she, or it, add - s or - es to the base verb to maintain agreement: "She loves chocolate" and "He hates waiting." Consistent subject-verb agreement is a marker of grammatical accuracy. Cambridge University Press emphasizes its importance in clear, effective communication (Source: Cambridge University Press).

  3. Forming Negatives with Do/Does -

    To express dislikes, use "do not" (don't) or "does not" (doesn't) before the main verb, as in "They don't like crowds" or "He doesn't enjoy rain." This simple rule ensures your negative statements remain grammatically correct. The Purdue Online Writing Lab highlights this structure as essential for clarity (Source: Purdue OWL).

  4. Asking Questions: Do/Does + Subject + Verb -

    Form questions about preferences by placing the auxiliary before the subject: "Do you prefer tea or coffee?" and "Does she love horror movies?". Oxford University Press underscores these patterns as fundamental for engaging in everyday dialogue (Source: Oxford University Press).

  5. Using Intensifiers and Frequency Adverbs -

    Boost your expressions by adding words like "really," "often," or "always," for instance, "I really love hiking" or "He rarely likes waiting." These adverbs add nuance to how strong or frequent a preference is. The University of Michigan's English Language Institute recommends practicing with such modifiers to sound more natural (Source: University of Michigan).

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