Helping Verbs

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What is a helping verb?

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A helping verb, also known as an auxiliary verb, is a verb that helps the main verb in a sentence by extending its meaning. Examples include 'is', 'am', 'are', 'was', 'were', 'have', 'has', 'had', 'will', 'shall', 'can', 'could', 'may', 'might', 'must'.

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

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is

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

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have

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What is the main verb in the sentence: 'He has been studying for hours.'

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studying

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Identify the helping verb in the sentence: 'We will go to the park tomorrow.'

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will

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What is the role of helping verbs in a sentence?

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Helping verbs assist the main verb to form different tenses, moods, or voices of the main verb.

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Identify the helping verb in the sentence: 'I can swim very well.'

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can

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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 of being, while a helping verb adds additional meaning or context to the main verb.

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Identify the helping verb in the sentence: 'She might come to the party.'

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might

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What are some common helping verbs?

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Common helping verbs include: is, am, are, was, were, have, has, had, will, shall, can, could, may, might, must.