Exam 4: Verbs

Identify the helping verb in the sentence. -We may include the chart in the proposal.

Several of my friends (was, were)trying out for the cross-country team.

Choose the correct word in parentheses. -Neither of Paul's parents (was, were)at Ellis Island.

Choose the correct word in parentheses. -Cody and Jason (is, are)the captains of the cross-country team.

Choose the correct word in parentheses. -Ship manifests, searchable online, (has, have)the names and dates of arrival of immigrants.

Choose the correct word in parentheses. -Each of the great steamship companies (was, were)important in the immigration process.

Identify the main verb in the sentence. -We may include the chart in the proposal.

Identify the main verb in the sentence. -Laura was intrigued by the number of vice presidents in the organization.

Identify the linking verb in the sentence. -The person who scheduled the concert could be he.

Identify the verb in the sentence. -We passed the famous Hotel del Coronado at night.

Choose the correct word in parentheses. -The audience (is, are)rising for the national anthem.

Identify the linking verb in the sentence. -The best singer in the telethon was she.

Identify the helping verb in the sentence. -Our clients were impressed by the presentation.

Choose the correct word in parentheses. -The orchestra (is, are)in their places.

Identify the verb in the sentence. -Look at the beautiful skyline of San Diego!

Identify the verb in the sentence. -Sailboats and yachts saluted us with their horns.

Choose the correct word in parentheses. -Many athletes (is, are)better prepared now than previously.

Choose the correct word in parentheses. -Either Kyle or Will (is, are)usually first.

Choose the correct word in parentheses. -A healthy immigrant with the proper papers (was, were)usually examined for two to five hours.

Identify the verb in the sentence. -Where can I see the USS Midway?