Identify the Helping Verb

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What is a helping verb?

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A helping verb is a verb that helps the main verb express an action or state of being. Examples include 'is', 'are', 'was', 'were', 'will', and 'should'.

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Identify the helping verb in the sentence: 'She was waiting for the bus.'

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was

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Identify the helping verb in the sentence: 'You should drink lots of water to stay hydrated.'

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should

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Identify the helping verb in the sentence: 'He is building a lego set.'

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is

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Identify the helping verb in the sentence: 'I should call my friend back.'

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should

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Identify the helping verb in the sentence: 'Mom will pick you up from school tomorrow.'

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will

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

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The role of a helping verb is to assist the main verb in forming a verb phrase that indicates tense, mood, or voice.

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List three examples of helping verbs.

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is, are, will.

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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 of being, while a helping verb assists the main verb.

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

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are