Auxiliary Verbs

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What is an auxiliary verb?

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An auxiliary verb, also known as a helping verb, is a verb that helps the main verb in a sentence by extending its meaning.

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Give an example of an auxiliary verb in a sentence.

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

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What are the main types of auxiliary verbs?

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The main types of auxiliary verbs are 'be,' 'have,' and 'do,' along with modal verbs like 'can,' 'could,' 'will,' 'would,' 'shall,' 'should,' 'may,' and 'might.'

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What is the function of modal auxiliary verbs?

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Modal auxiliary verbs express necessity, possibility, permission, or ability. For example, 'can' shows ability, while 'must' shows necessity.

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Identify the auxiliary verb in this sentence: 'They will go to the park.'

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'Will' is the auxiliary verb in the sentence.

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What is the difference between 'can' and 'could'?

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'Can' is used to express ability in the present, while 'could' is used to express ability in the past or to make polite requests.

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Fill in the blank with an auxiliary verb: 'You ___ finish your homework before playing.'

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'must' is the correct auxiliary verb to complete the sentence.

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What is the helping verb in the sentence: 'He has finished his project'?

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'Has' is the helping verb in this sentence.

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Choose the correct auxiliary verb: 'She ___ be at the party later.' (might, must)

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'might' is the correct auxiliary verb to use in this context.

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What does the auxiliary verb 'should' indicate?

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'Should' indicates a recommendation or advice.