Worksheet on Auxiliary Verbs
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Grade 8
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Worksheet on Auxiliary Verbs
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Introduction to Auxiliary Verbs
Auxiliary verbs, also known as helping verbs, are used alongside main verbs to express tense, mood, or voice. Common auxiliary verbs include 'be', 'have', and 'do'. For example, in the sentence 'She is running,' the word 'is' helps to form the present continuous tense. Auxiliary verbs are essential in forming questions, negatives, and different verb tenses in English.
1.
Identify the auxiliary verbs in the sentence: 'They have been working all day.'
[2 marks]2.
Explain how auxiliary verbs help in forming questions in English.
[3 marks]B
Identifying Auxiliary Verbs in Sentences
Read each sentence below and identify the auxiliary verb(s).
1.
She will attend the meeting tomorrow.
[1 mark]2.
They are playing soccer in the park.
[1 mark]3.
Did you finish your homework?
[1 mark]C
Fill in the Blanks with Appropriate Auxiliary Verbs
Complete the sentences below by choosing the correct auxiliary verb.
1.
_____ she coming to the party tonight?
[2 marks]2.
They _____ finished their project yet.
[2 marks]D
Analysis of Use of Auxiliary Verbs
Read the following sentences and analyze the function of the auxiliary verbs used.
1.
For each sentence, identify the auxiliary verb and explain its function (e.g., tense, aspect, mood).
[4 marks]E
Creative Writing: Constructing Sentences with Auxiliary Verbs
Using a variety of auxiliary verbs, write a short paragraph about your plans for the weekend.
1.
Write a paragraph of at least 150 words that demonstrates the correct and varied use of auxiliary verbs.
[20 marks]F
Multiple Choice: Auxiliary Verb Functions
Select the correct answer for each question.
1.
Which auxiliary verb is used to form the future tense?
[1 mark]Aa) did
Bb) will
Cc) have
Dd) am
2.
In the sentence 'She is singing,' what is the auxiliary verb?
[1 mark]Aa) singing
Bb) she
Cc) is
Dd) none
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