Transcript Verb Forms: Mini

Verb Forms: Mini-Lesson #97
-ed endings
FROM THE UWF WRITING LAB’S 101 GRAMMAR MINI-LESSONS SERIES
Verb Forms: -ed Endings
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Do not omit needed past tense (-ed
endings on verbs), even verbs used as
past participle adjectives. While these
endings do not create an extra
pronounced syllable, they are required
for grammatical correctness and
completeness.
Let’s Practice!
All homework must be turn in for a grade.
. . . be turned in . . .
When they heard the news yesterday about
receiving the distinguish service award,
they were en route to Norway.
. . . the distinguished service award . . .
More Practice
He is a license practical nurse.
. . . a licensed practical nurse.
Most students are accustom to “burning the
midnight oil.”
. . . are accustomed to . . .
The singer gain national recognition.
. . .singer gained national recognition.
Final Practice
The questions can be answer with yes-no
responses.
. . . be answered with . . .
Courses in law and economics are offer to
senior citizens and first-generation college
students.
. . . are offered to . . .