Let's solve this worksheet step by step.
The task is to
circle the action verb in each sentence and then
write whether the verb is in the past, present, or future tense.
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1. Lila blew her nose.
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Action verb: *blew*
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Tense: past ✔ (already given)
> "Blew" is the past tense of "blow."
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2. Phoebe likes movies.
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Action verb: *likes*
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Tense: present
> "Likes" is the present tense of "like," showing a current preference.
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3. We will watch a movie.
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Action verb: *watch*
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Tense: future
> "Will watch" indicates a future action. The main verb here is "watch," but the auxiliary "will" shows future tense.
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4. You will be late.
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Action verb: *be*
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Tense: future
> "Will be" = future tense. "Be" is the main verb.
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5. Jean enjoyed this book.
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Action verb: *enjoyed*
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Tense: past
> "Enjoyed" is the past tense of "enjoy."
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6. Matt walks everyday.
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Action verb: *walks*
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Tense: present
> "Walks" is the present tense (third person singular). Note: "everyday" should be "every day" (two words), but that’s a grammar detail not relevant here.
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7. We ate dinner late.
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Action verb: *ate*
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Tense: past
> "Ate" is the past tense of "eat."
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8. You visit them often.
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Action verb: *visit*
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Tense: present
> "Visit" is in the present tense, indicating a habitual action.
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9. He will go with you.
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Action verb: *go*
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Tense: future
> "Will go" = future tense. "Go" is the main verb.
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10. Dad read the paper.
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Action verb: *read*
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Tense: past
> "Read" (pronounced "red") is the past tense of "read" (pronounced "reed"). This is a common irregular verb.
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Final Answers:
1.
blew – past
✔
2.
likes – present
3.
watch – future
4.
be – future
5.
enjoyed – past
6.
walks – present
7.
ate – past
8.
visit – present
9.
go – future
10.
read – past
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✔ Tip: Always look for the main action word in the sentence. Be careful with helping verbs like *will*, *have*, *did*, etc., as they help determine tense but are not the main verb.
Let me know if you'd like a printable version or explanation for any specific sentence!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of verb tense worksheet 2nd grade.
