The present progressive tense expresses actions that are unfinished or in ________. You form the present progressive tense by using “AM”, “IS”, “ARE” ________ by an –ing verb. I’m sorry to go off _______, but did you know it’s snowing outside? -Seriously? No, wait, I think it’s ________ now. Just remember that ________ verbs cannot be used in the progressive tense. Stative verbs describe a state of being, or a ________ that does not change. You can also use the present progressive with “always” to say that something __________you. Well, my roommate is always _______ TV at night when I’m trying to sleep. Does that ______ you crazy? Often yes, but you know what’s not ______ me crazy?