Present perfect basic 3 Have you ever...? A Have you been to Rome? Yes, I have. Many times. Have you ever been to Japan? No, I've never been to Japan. We use the present perfect (have been / have had / have played etc) when we talk about a time from the past until now - for example, a person's life: - 'Have you been to France?' (in your life) 'No, I haven't.' - I've been to Canada but I haven't been to the United States. - Mary is an interesting person. She has had many different jobs and has lived in many places. - I've seen that woman before but I can't remember where. - How many times has Brazil won the World Cup? - 'Have you read this book?' 'Yes, I've read it twice.' B Present perfect + ever (in questions) and never: - 'Has Ann ever been to Australia?' 'Yes, once.' - 'Have you ever played golf?' 'Yes, I often play golf.' - My mother has never travelled by air. - I've never ridden a horse. - 'Who is that man?' 'I don't know. I've never seen him before.' C gone and been Where's Bill? He's away. He's gone to Spain. - Bill has gone to Spain. (= he is in Spain now) two weeks later Hello, Bill. Hello. I've been on holiday. I've been to Spain. - Bill has been to Spain. (= he went to Spain but now he is back) Compare - I can't find Susan. Where has she gone? (= Where is she now?) - Oh, hello Susan! I was looking for you. Where have you been? Vá para o present perfect 4 exercises home |