Unit 6- Main & Helping Verbs

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What is a main verb?

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The 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. For example, in 'He is running,' 'is' is the helping verb.

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What is a complete verb?

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A complete verb includes both the main verb and any helping verbs. For example, in 'They have finished their homework,' 'have finished' is the complete verb.

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Identify the main verb in the sentence: 'I am hoping to see a good game.'

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The main verb is 'hoping.'

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Identify the complete verb in the sentence: 'You can try it, too!'

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The complete verb is 'can try.'

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Identify the helping verb in the sentence: 'He should catch the ball.'

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The helping verb is 'should.'

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Identify the complete verb in the sentence: 'I am going to the game Saturday.'

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The complete verb is 'am going.'

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Identify the helping verb in the sentence: 'You should know the new third baseman.'

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The helping verb is 'should.'

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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 assists the main verb in forming a verb phrase.

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Give an example of a sentence with a helping verb.

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'She is studying for the test.' Here, 'is' is the helping verb.