Helping Verbs

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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.

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Give an example of a helping verb.

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Examples of helping verbs include 'is', 'are', 'was', 'were', 'have', 'has', 'will', 'shall', 'may', 'might', 'can', and 'could'.

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What is the helping verb in the sentence: 'I would like to play baseball this year.'?

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'would' is the helping verb.

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Identify the helping verb in this sentence: 'My mom will help me with my homework when she gets back from the store.'

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'will' is the helping verb.

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What is the helping verb in the sentence: 'She may go with you after she completes her work.'?

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'may' is the helping verb.

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Find the helping verb in this sentence: 'Our class was selected for Party in the Park.'

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'was' is the helping verb.

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What is the helping verb in the sentence: 'He has crossed the street without someone helping him.'?

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'has' is the helping verb.

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How do helping verbs change the meaning of a sentence?

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Helping verbs can change the tense, mood, or voice of the main verb, providing more information about the action.

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

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Can a sentence have more than one helping verb?

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Yes, a sentence can have multiple helping verbs, such as 'She has been running.' ('has' and 'been' are helping verbs).