Auxiliary verbs, also known as helping verbs, are essential components of English grammar. They assist the main verb by providing additional meaning or grammatical functions. Some common auxiliary verbs include “be,” “have,” and “do.” They can be used to form various tenses, voice, or mood, and often appear in questions, negative statements, and other constructions. Mastering the use of auxiliary verbs is crucial for any English language learner, as they play a significant role in shaping sentences and conveying meaning. The following exercises are designed to help students practice and improve their understanding of auxiliary verbs in English grammar. Remember to pay attention to the hints provided for each sentence.
Exercise 1: Auxiliary Verbs in Present Tense
1. She *is* (be) studying for her exams.
2. We *are* (be) going to the beach this weekend.
3. He *does* (do) not like to eat vegetables.
4. They *have* (have) already finished their homework.
5. He *is* (be) playing basketball right now.
6. She *does* (do) not understand the problem.
7. I *am* (be) not feeling well today.
8. They *are* (be) watching a movie tonight.
9. She *has* (have) never been to Europe.
10. We *do* (do) not know the answer.
11. He *is* (be) coming to the party tonight.
12. They *have* (have) been friends since childhood.
13. She *does* (do) not like to travel alone.
14. I *am* (be) planning a trip to Japan.
15. They *are* (be) not ready for the test.
Exercise 2: Auxiliary Verbs in Past Tense
1. She *was* (be) at the library yesterday.
2. We *were* (be) not home when you called.
3. He *did* (do) not go to the store last night.
4. They *had* (have) already left by the time we arrived.
5. He *was* (be) playing soccer with his friends.
6. She *did* (do) not understand the question.
7. I *was* (be) not feeling well yesterday.
8. They *were* (be) watching a movie when you called.
9. She *had* (have) never been to Asia before her trip last year.
10. We *did* (do) not know the answer to the question.
11. He *was* (be) not at the party last night.
12. They *had* (have) been friends for many years.
13. She *did* (do) not like to travel with a group.
14. I *was* (be) planning a trip to Europe last year.
15. They *were* (be) not ready for the exam last week.