Helping Verbs

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What is a helping verb?

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A helping verb is a verb that helps the main verb express an action or state of being. It adds meaning to the main verb.

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Give an example of a helping verb in a sentence.

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In the sentence 'She is running fast,' the helping verb is 'is'.

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List three common helping verbs.

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am, is, are

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What is the role of helping verbs in a sentence?

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Helping verbs work with the main verb to create a verb phrase that indicates tense, mood, or voice.

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Identify the helping verb: 'They have finished their homework.'

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The helping verb is 'have'.

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Identify the helping verb: 'He will go to the store.'

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The helping verb is 'will'.

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Identify the helping verb: 'She can sing beautifully.'

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The helping verb is 'can'.

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

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A helping verb assists the main verb, while the main verb expresses the primary action or state of being.

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Identify the helping verb: 'We are playing soccer.'

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The helping verb is 'are'.

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Identify the helping verb: 'I might join the team.'

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The helping verb is 'might'.