Did you know?  

            A future-tense verb shows action that will happen in the future.  To form the future tense of a verb, use the helping verb will with the main verb.

Examples:

Tomorrow we will visit my uncle's new auto shop.
The mechanic will fix our car's air-conditioner.


 

What exactly is the difference between a main verb and a helping verb?

A main verb is the most
important verb in the predicate.
It always comes last in a group
of verbs.
                
      

Example: 
People have played checkers for many years.
In this sentence the main verb is played.

 

A helping verb works with the main verb to tell about the action. The helping verb always comes before the main verb in the predicate.
                
              

Example: 
Our class is organizing a large party.
We will invite our families and friends.

 

Now it's your turn to practice!
Click on the pencil below to start.

 

 

Copyright © 2001-2011  Oswego City School District
 Elementary Test Prep Center
Studyzone.org