Present simple vs. continuous
Present simple for routines and facts ("I work at a bank"). Present continuous for what is happening now or is temporary ("I am working from home this week").
About: Present simple vs. continuous
Present simple for routines and facts ("I work at a bank"). Present continuous for what is happening now or is temporary ("I am working from home this week").
Worked examples
She usually ___ the bus to work.
Answer: takes. Routines ("usually") take the present simple; third person singular adds -s.
Look! It ___ outside.
Answer: is raining. Something happening right now: present continuous.
I ___ at a hotel this month, until my apartment is ready.
Answer: am staying. Temporary situation: present continuous.