Is, Am or Are? Grade 2 Helping Verbs in Simple Sentences

Is, Am or Are? Grade 2 Helping Verbs in Simple Sentences
Last Updated At: 31 Mar 2026
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Is, Am or Are? Grade 2 Helping Verbs Worksheet with Answers

Learning English can be fun, especially when we start using simple helping verbs like “is,” “am,” and “are” in our daily sentences. This Grade 2 English grammar worksheet helps young learners understand how to use these helping verbs correctly in simple sentences. With engaging exercises and activities, students can practice and improve their grammar skills step by step.

What Is the Topic?

Helping verbs - is, am, are

Helping verbs are small but important words used in sentences. In this worksheet, students learn how to use “is,” “am,” and “are” correctly. These words help us make complete and meaningful sentences.

“Am” is used with “I”  
“Is” is used with one person, place, or thing  
“Are” is used with more than one person or when we talk about “you” or “we”

Students are expected to understand how to choose the correct helping verb based on the subject in the sentence.

What’s in This Worksheet?

1. Multiple Choice Questions where students choose the correct helping verb  
2. Fill in the blanks using is/am/are  
3. Match the following sentences with the correct helping verb  
4. Underline the correct helping verb in each sentence  
5. Paragraph writing using is/am/are  

This English grammar worksheet for Grade 2 helps students practice different types of questions that are commonly asked in exams.

Definitions, Examples, Techniques, and Tips

Helping verbs - is, am, are are used to complete sentences.

Examples from the worksheet:
He is running fast.  
I am very happy today.  
They are going to school.  

Technique:
Look at the subject first. Then choose the correct helping verb.

Tip:
If the subject is “I”, use “am”  
If the subject is one person or thing, use “is”  
If the subject is more than one, use “are”

Why Is It Important to Learn This?

Learning helping verbs is, am, are is important because it helps students form correct sentences. It improves both speaking and writing skills. This topic is also important for school exams and daily communication.

Where Will This Knowledge Help You?

This knowledge helps in:
• Writing correct sentences in exams  
• Speaking clearly in class  
• Completing grammar worksheets correctly  
• Understanding basic English sentences  

How to Use This Worksheet?

1. Attempt all questions by yourself first  
2. Read each sentence carefully before answering  
3. Check your answers with the answer key  
4. Practice again to improve your understanding  

The solutions below follow the exact worksheet order. Students should compare answers carefully.

Important Tips and Tricks

1. Always check the subject before choosing is/am/are  
2. Do not confuse “am” and “are”  
3. Read the full sentence before answering  
4. Practice all types of questions  
5. Pay attention in matching and underline questions  

Complete Answer Key

Exercise No. 1  
Choose the correct helping verb in each sentence.

1. He is running fast.  
2. I am very happy today.  
3. They are going to school.  
4. She is eating an apple.  
5. We are friends since class one.  
6. It is raining outside.  
7. You are my best friend.  
8. I am ready for the test.  
9. The cats are playing with yarn.  
10. She is my teacher.  

Exercise No. 2  
Fill in the blanks using is/am/are.

1. The cat is on the wall.  
2. She is my friend.  
3. They are happy.  
4. The dog is big  
5. We are in class.  
6. I am six years old.  
7. Mom is at home.  
8. The cats are small.  
9. I am in class two.  
10. I am drawing a picture.  

Exercise No. 3  
Match each sentence with the correct helping verb.

1. He is eating lunch.  
2. I am singing a song.  
3. They are riding bikes.  
4. She is reading now.  
5. We are going to market.  
6. It is very cold today.  
7. You are playing football.  
8. The girls are dancing.  
9. She is drinking milk.  
10. I am writing neatly.  

Exercise No. 4  
Underline the correct helping verb in each sentence.

1. She is my best friend.  
2. They are in the park.  
3. I am feeling fine.  
4. He is a good boy.  
5. We are learning well.  
6. It is very sunny.  
7. You are very tall.  
8. The cats are hungry.  
9. She is dancing happily.  
10. I am ready for lunch.  

Exercise No. 5  
Write a short paragraph on the picture using is/am/are.

The children are playing in the park. One boy is riding a bicycle. Another child is running. A boy is eating something. A dog is running near the children. The trees are green and tall. The children are happy and enjoying.

This Grade 2 English grammar worksheet on helping verbs is, am, are helps students build strong grammar skills through engaging exercises. Regular practice will make learning easy and fun, and students will feel more confident while using English in daily life.

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