The Verb Be

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What is the verb 'be'?

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The verb 'be' is a linking verb that connects the subject of a sentence to a subject complement, indicating existence or a state of being.

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Fill in the blank: My mother _____ a nurse.

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is

Front

Fill in the blank: He __________ in school.

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is

Front

Fill in the blank: They _____ swinging on the swings.

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are

Front

Fill in the blank: _______ she nervous?

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is

Front

Fill in the blank: The cats ______ purring.

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were

Front

When do we use 'is'?

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We use 'is' for singular subjects, like 'he', 'she', or 'it'.

Front

When do we use 'are'?

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We use 'are' for plural subjects, like 'they' or 'we'.

Front

What is the past tense of 'is'?

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was

Front

What is the past tense of 'are'?

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were