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7-Verbs-9



True/False
Indicate whether the sentence or statement is true or false.
 

 1. 

A.9 A verb that has happened numerous times or at an unknown time in the past is in the present perfect tense.
 

 2. 

A.9 “I am running to you.”

“Am running” indicates that the action took place in the past.
 

 3. 

B.9 A verb cannot have more than one direct object.
 

 4. 

A.9 An indirect object are in sentences that do not have a direct object.
 

Multiple Choice
Identify the letter of the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 

 5. 

A.9 “Michael has a headache.”

Which word is the action verb?
a.
Michael
c.
a
b.
has
d.
headache
 

 6. 

B.9 “7-verbs-9_files/i0080000.jpgWhen the owner finally left the room the dog jumped on the couch. 7-verbs-9_files/i0080001.jpgAfter some time had passed the dog fell asleep. 7-verbs-9_files/i0080002.jpgThe dog suddenly woke up to the sounds of an angry owner.”

What is the verb in sentence 3?
a.
suddenly
c.
sounds
b.
woke up
d.
angry
 

 7. 

B.9 “Johnny is an amazing quarterback.”

What is the linking verb?
a.
Johnny
d.
amazing
b.
is
e.
quarterback
c.
an
 

 8. 

B.9 The football team _______ practicing for the game.
a.
is
b.
are
 

 9. 

B.9 I _____ tired lately.
a.
has been
c.
are
b.
is
d.
have been
 

 10. 

A.9 An indirect object ______ comes before a direct object.
a.
never
c.
always
b.
sometimes
d.
rarely
 



 
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