Main and Helping Verbs

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What is a main verb?

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A main verb is the primary verb in a sentence that shows 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,' and 'have.'

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

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The helping verb is 'are.'

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Identify the main verb in this sentence: 'The dog barked loudly.'

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The main verb is 'barked.'

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Choose the correct helping verb: 'He ___ finished his homework.' (Options: is, has, will)

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The correct helping verb is 'has.'

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What is the role 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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Identify the helping verb in this sentence: 'She has been studying for the test.'

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The helping verbs are 'has' and 'been.'

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Choose the correct helping verb: 'We ___ going to the park.' (Options: is, are, was)

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The correct helping verb is 'are.'

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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, while a helping verb supports the main verb to add meaning.

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Identify the main verb in this sentence: 'The cat sleeps on the couch.'

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The main verb is 'sleeps.'