Question

we will correctly use verbs that are often misused. skill development/guided practice 1 read the sentence, paying close attention to the bolded verbs. 2 identify who or what the verb is influencing. (underline) 3 determine the correct verb. (circle) 4 use the correct verb in a new sentence. (write) sit to rest we sit on the bench set to place we set the pen on the table. 1. i am going to sit/set down at my desk. 2. we had to sit/set down after we ran. 3. i sit/set my backpack next to the bench. 4. my friend sit/set her pen down.

Explanation:

"Sit" means to rest, while "set" means to place. In sentences 1 and 2, the action is about resting, so "sit" is correct. In sentences 3 and 4, an object is being placed, so "set" is correct.

Answer:

1. I am going to sit down at my desk.
2. We had to sit down after we ran.
3. I set my backpack next to the bench.
4. My friend set her pen down.