Main Verbs and Helping Verbs Flashcard

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What is a main verb?

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A main verb is the primary verb in a sentence that expresses the main action or state of being. For example, in 'She runs fast,' 'runs' is the main verb.

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What is a helping verb?

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A helping verb, also known as an auxiliary verb, is used with a main verb to form a verb phrase. Examples include 'is,' 'are,' 'was,' 'were,' 'has,' 'have,' and 'will.'

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Identify the helping verb in the sentence: 'They are playing soccer.'

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The helping verb is 'are.'

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Identify the main verb in the sentence: 'He has finished his homework.'

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The main verb is 'finished.'

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What is the function of helping verbs in a sentence?

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Helping verbs assist the main verb by providing additional meaning related to time, mood, or voice.

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List three examples of helping verbs.

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Examples of helping verbs include 'is,' 'have,' and 'will.'

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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 supports the main verb to convey additional meaning.

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In the sentence 'She will be going to the store,' identify the helping verb.

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The helping verb is 'will.'

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In the sentence 'The cat has been sleeping,' what is the main verb?

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The main verb is 'sleeping.'

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What is a verb phrase?

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A verb phrase consists of a main verb and one or more helping verbs. For example, 'has been running' is a verb phrase.