verbs and verb phrases

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What is a verb?

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A verb is a word that describes an action, occurrence, or state of being.

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What is a verb phrase?

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A verb phrase consists of a main verb and any auxiliary (helping) verbs that accompany it.

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Identify the verb in the sentence: 'The cat sleeps on the mat.'

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sleeps

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Identify the verb phrase in the sentence: 'She has been studying for hours.'

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has been studying

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What is the difference between a transitive and intransitive verb?

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A transitive verb requires a direct object to complete its meaning, while an intransitive verb does not.

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Provide an example of a transitive verb in a sentence.

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She kicked the ball.

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Provide an example of an intransitive verb in a sentence.

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He sleeps soundly.

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What are auxiliary verbs?

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Auxiliary verbs, also known as helping verbs, are used with main verbs to form verb phrases and indicate tense, mood, or voice.

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List three common auxiliary verbs.

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be, have, do

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What is the simple past tense of the verb 'to run'?

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ran