Understanding the Verb 'To Be'

A Grade 4 ELA worksheet focusing on identifying and using different forms of the verb 'to be' (am, is, are, was, were).

Grade 4 ELA GrammarGrammar and MechanicsParts of SpeechVerbsVerb TypesVerb 'To Be'

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Fill in the BlanksMultiple ChoiceTrue / FalseShort AnswerWord Bank

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.4.1.B

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ELAGrammarVerbsTo BeGrade 4

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Understanding the Verb 'To Be'

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Read each question carefully and follow the instructions. This worksheet will help you practice using different forms of the verb 'to be' (am, is, are, was, were).

Complete each sentence with the correct form of the verb 'to be' (am, is, are, was, were).

1. I going to the park later today.

2. She a very talented artist.

3. They playing soccer yesterday afternoon.

4. The flowers blooming beautifully in the garden.

5. He sick last week, but now he is better.

Choose the best form of 'to be' to complete the sentence.

1. We happy to see you.

are

was

2. The cat sleeping on the couch.

are

were

Read each sentence. Determine if the verb 'to be' is used correctly. Circle T for True or F for False.

1. My friends was at the party last night.

True

False

2. I am excited for the field trip tomorrow.

True

False

Write three sentences about your favorite animal. Make sure to use at least two different forms of the verb 'to be' in your sentences.

Use the words in the bank to complete the sentences below.

were

are

1. My dog very playful.

2. You a great friend.

3. I learning about verbs.

4. The students working hard on their projects.