Identifying helping verbs task cards

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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 express tense, mood, or voice. Examples include 'is', 'are', 'was', 'were', 'will', 'can', and 'do'.

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Identify the helping verb in the sentence: 'She does read every night.'

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Does

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Identify the helping verb in the sentence: 'The bus is running late today.'

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Is

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Identify the helping verb in the sentence: 'We might ride bikes after school.'

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Might

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Identify the helping verb in the sentence: 'You could ask the teacher for help.'

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Could

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What is the purpose of a helping verb in a sentence?

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The purpose of a helping verb is to add functional meaning to the main verb, indicating tense, mood, or voice.

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List three examples of helping verbs.

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Is, will, 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 main action or state of being, while a helping verb assists the main verb by providing additional meaning.

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

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Are

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Identify the helping verb in the sentence: 'He will finish his homework.'

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Will