Verb Types

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  • Created on: 03-04-13 10:33
What are infinitive verbs?
Verbs in the present tense, preceded by "to"
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What is the difference between transitive and intransitive verbs?
Transitive verbs transfer an object or an action; intransitive verbs do not
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"I was walking to school when it happened". Find the auxiliary verb.
Was
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What are modal auxiliary verbs?
Specialised auxiliary verbs which determine obligation, possibility and probability
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What is a dynamic verb?
An umbrella term for main, non-auxiliary verbs
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What is the difference between transitive and intransitive verbs?

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Transitive verbs transfer an object or an action; intransitive verbs do not

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"I was walking to school when it happened". Find the auxiliary verb.

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What are modal auxiliary verbs?

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What is a dynamic verb?

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