Finite & Non Finite Verb
Finite & Non Finite Verb
**Grade/Level:** 7
**Date:** ___________________________
### **Instructions:**
Carefully read each sentence and complete the tasks as directed. Pay attention to the different verb
forms.
Underline the verbs in each sentence. Write "F" above the finite verbs and "NF" above the non-finite
verbs.
In each sentence, identify the verbs and explain why they are classified as finite or non-finite.
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Complete the sentences with appropriate finite or non-finite verbs from the word bank. Ensure the verb
tense is correct.
1. The children ____________ in the yard while their parents ____________ shopping.
Rewrite the sentences, changing the non-finite verbs into finite verbs where possible. Underline the
changes and label them.
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Write three sentences using both finite and non-finite verbs. Underline the finite verbs and circle the
non-finite verbs. Be creative and use different verb forms and tenses.
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**Challenge:**
Identify all the finite and non-finite verbs in the following paragraph.
**Paragraph:**
**Having completed** their work early, the students **decided** **to help** their teacher organize
the classroom. They **were excited** **to be given** the responsibility, and **planned** **to
finish** the task quickly.