* The cat slept on the mat. (Main verb: slept)
* They are eating dinner. (Main verb: are eating)
* I will write a letter. (Main verb: will write)
* The children played in the park. (Main verb: played)
* She has finished her work. (Main verb: has finished)
Key Points:
* The main verb is the word that shows the action or state of being in a sentence.
* It's important to note that verbs can be composed of more than one word (e.g., "are eating", "will write", "has finished"). These are still considered single main verbs.
* The main verb is typically the most important part of a sentence, and it helps to convey the meaning of the sentence.
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