The speaker in Carl Sandburg's poem "Washington Monument by Night" is reflecting on the present while contemplating the historical significance of George Washington. Although the poem invokes the past, it is set in a contemporary context, showcasing the monument's enduring presence and its connection to American ideals. The speaker's observations highlight the contrast between the historical figure and modern life, emphasizing the ongoing relevance of Washington's legacy.
At present, there is no public entry into the Washington Monument, as the structure continues to get repairs following the 2011 earthquake. Prior to this closure, tours were available 9am to 10pm in summer and 9am to 5pm the rest of the year. It is likely a similar schedule will be used when the Monument reopens. No date exists for a reopening.
The Zero Milestone is a zero mile marker monument in Washington, D.C. intended as the initial milestone from which all road distances in the United States should be reckoned when it was built. At present, only roads in the Washington, D.C. area have distances measured from it.
The present participle is speaking.
Error coins are difficult to evaluate based on a description. It really needs to be seen in person by a dealer or appraiser who works with error coins.But before you present that description to anyone, some things need to be clarified:US nickels feature Thomas Jefferson, not George Washington. Washington is on the quarter.The building on the back is Monticello, as the caption under it states, not the Washington Monument. Monticello was Jefferson's home.
No, it is an example of the past progressive tense. "You are speaking." is the present progressive tense.
The tense for the sentence "I am speaking English" is present continuous tense.
I/you/we/they speak. He/she/it speaks. The present participle is speaking.
It is now a tourist spot and also an ancient monument.
The present tense of spoke is speak or speaking.
speak, speaking
The Great Pyramids (Egypt) Hagia Sophia (Turkey) Leaning Tower of Pisa (Italy) Washington Monument (U.S.) Eiffel Tower (France) Taj Mahal (India) Empire State Building (U.S.)
I am speakingWe/You/They are speakingHe/She/It is speaking