Verb Phrases

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What is a verb phrase?

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A verb phrase is a combination of a main verb and its helping (auxiliary) verbs that work together to convey action or a state of being.

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Identify the helping verb in the phrase: 'will be running'.

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The helping verb is 'will'.

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What is the main verb in the phrase: 'have been studying'?

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The main verb is 'studying'.

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Select the verb phrase in the sentence: 'She has been working hard.'

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The verb phrase is 'has been working'.

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What is the function of a helping verb?

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Helping verbs assist the main verb in expressing tense, mood, or voice.

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Identify the verb phrase in the sentence: 'They are going to the park.'

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The verb phrase is 'are going'.

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What is the difference between a main verb and a helping verb?

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A main verb expresses the primary action or state, while a helping verb adds additional meaning related to tense or mood.

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Select the verb phrase in the sentence: 'I might have forgotten your name.'

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The verb phrase is 'might have forgotten'.

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What is an example of a verb phrase in the past tense?

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An example is 'had been playing'.

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Identify the verb phrase in the sentence: 'We will be traveling tomorrow.'

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The verb phrase is 'will be traveling'.