Helping/Linking 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 a state of being. Examples include 'is', 'are', 'should', and 'have'.

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What is a linking verb?

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A linking verb connects the subject of a sentence to a subject complement, such as a predicate adjective or predicate noun. Examples include 'is', 'are', 'was', and 'seem'.

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Identify the helping verb in this sentence: 'She is running fast.'

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The helping verb is 'is'.

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Identify the linking verb in this sentence: 'The cake smells delicious.'

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The linking verb is 'smells'.

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What is the function of a helping verb?

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The function of a helping verb is to assist the main verb in forming a verb phrase that indicates tense, mood, or voice.

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What is the function of a linking verb?

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The function of a linking verb is to link the subject to additional information about the subject, such as a description or identification.

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In the sentence 'They are happy', what type of verb is 'are'?

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'Are' is a linking verb.

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In the sentence 'He has finished his homework', what type of verb is 'has'?

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'Has' is a helping verb.

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Can a sentence have both a helping verb and a linking verb?

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Yes, a sentence can have both types of verbs, but they will serve different functions.

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What is an example of a sentence with a helping verb?

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Example: 'She will go to the store.' ('will' is the helping verb.)