Question

phrase dictation: helping verbs and linking verbs
part a
listen to the phrase and repeat it. write it in the chart. if the phrase contains a linking verb, underline it and write it in the proper column. if the phrase contains a helping verb, circle it and write the verb phrase in the proper column.

phrase	linking verb	helping verb
2. am tacking the pin		am tacking
3. are stuck	are
4. are packing them		are packing
5. is filling cases		is filling

part b
use the phrases to complete the following sentences:

1. the man ____ with stuff.
2. jakes five mice ____.
3. the boys ____ carefully.
4. i ____ on the board.
5. kates cat ____.

Explanation:

1. "is filling cases" makes sense as the man is doing an action related to filling with stuff.
2. "are stuck" is appropriate for the mice being in a non - moving state.
3. "are packing them" fits as the boys are performing an action carefully.
4. "am tacking the pin" is a suitable action for "I" to do on the board.
5. "is cute" describes Kate's cat.

Answer:

1. is filling cases
2. are stuck
3. are packing them
4. am tacking the pin
5. is cute