Verb Phrases

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What is a verb phrase?

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A verb phrase consists of a main verb and any auxiliary (helping) verbs that accompany it, expressing action or a state of being.

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Identify the verb phrase in the sentence: 'She has been running every morning.'

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has been running

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What is the role of a helping verb in a verb phrase?

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A helping verb assists the main verb in expressing tense, mood, or voice.

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Identify the verb phrase in the sentence: 'They will be attending the concert.'

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will be attending

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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 adds additional meaning related to tense, mood, or voice.

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Identify the verb phrase in the sentence: 'He might have finished his homework.'

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might have finished

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What is an example of a verb phrase in the past tense?

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was playing

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Identify the verb phrase in the sentence: 'We are going to the park.'

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are going

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What is a simple verb phrase?

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A simple verb phrase consists of a single main verb without any auxiliary verbs.

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Identify the verb phrase in the sentence: 'She could have been a great artist.'

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could have been