Relative pronouns, adverbs, progressive verbs, verb phrases

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What is a relative pronoun?

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A relative pronoun is a word that introduces a relative clause and connects it to a noun or pronoun. Examples include 'who', 'which', and 'that'.

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Choose the relative pronoun: who, when, today, inside.

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who

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Choose the relative pronoun: where, which, when, why.

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which

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What is a progressive verb?

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A progressive verb shows an ongoing action. It is formed with a form of 'to be' plus the verb ending in -ing.

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Example of a progressive verb in a sentence.

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The sun is shining brightly now.

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What is a verb phrase?

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A verb phrase consists of a main verb and its helping verbs. For example, 'will be running'.

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Identify the verb phrase: will be running, ran, running.

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will be running

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When do we use 'was' in a sentence?

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We use 'was' to describe an action that happened in the past.

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Example of 'was' in a sentence.

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When we reached the top, my back was aching.

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What is the function of an adverb?

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An adverb modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb, often ending in -ly.