EXERCISE 46–12 Parts of speech: verbs

EXERCISE 46–12 Parts of speech: verbs

Indicate the verb of the sentence (the main verb and any helping verbs). If the verb is compound, include the coordinating conjunction (and, but, and so on). Remember that an adverb is not part of a verb. Click Save to save your work and return to it. Click Submit to see your score and item-by-item explanations; your activity will be recorded in your instructor's gradebook.

1 of 10

Fossils can provide clues about the history of the earth.

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EXERCISE 46–12 Parts of speech: verbs - 1 of 10: Fossils can provide clues about the history of the earth.

2 of 10

My childhood summers were usually spent in Montana.

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EXERCISE 46–12 Parts of speech: verbs - 2 of 10: My childhood summers were usually spent in Montana.

3 of 10

Salsa should be made from fresh tomatoes.

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EXERCISE 46–12 Parts of speech: verbs - 3 of 10: Salsa should be made from fresh tomatoes.

4 of 10

A brisk walk strengthens the body and relaxes the mind.

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EXERCISE 46–12 Parts of speech: verbs - 4 of 10: A brisk walk strengthens the body and relaxes the mind.

5 of 10

The jury will be deliberating the verdict for the rest of the day.

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EXERCISE 46–12 Parts of speech: verbs - 5 of 10: The jury will be deliberating the verdict for the rest of the day.

6 of 10

Deer are becoming a common sight in suburban neighborhoods.

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EXERCISE 46–12 Parts of speech: verbs - 6 of 10: Deer are becoming a common sight in suburban neighborhoods.

7 of 10

Vaccinations are necessary for all children.

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EXERCISE 46–12 Parts of speech: verbs - 7 of 10: Vaccinations are necessary for all children.

8 of 10

A mother bird will not desert her nest for long.

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EXERCISE 46–12 Parts of speech: verbs - 8 of 10: A mother bird will not desert her nest for long.

9 of 10

After dinner, I read or study.

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EXERCISE 46–12 Parts of speech: verbs - 9 of 10: After dinner, I read or study.

10 of 10

Kory had asked for a raise several months before the layoffs.

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EXERCISE 46–12 Parts of speech: verbs - 10 of 10: Kory had asked for a raise several months before the layoffs.