Using Let and Leave

Question 1

What does the verb “let” mean?

Answer 1

To allow or permit

Question 2

True or False: Let is an irregular verb.

Answer 2

True: The verb let is irregular.

Question 3

What are the principle parts of let?

Answer 3

Present: Let
Past: Let
Past Participle: (have) Let

Question 4

True or False: Let does not have to be followed by another verb form.

Answer 4

False: Let is always followed by another verb form.

Question 5

What does the verb “leave” mean?

Answer 5

To depart, go away from, or allow to remain

Question 6

What are the principle parts of leave?

Answer 6

Present: Leave
Past: Left
Past Participle: (have) Left

Question 7

What are the ING forms of let and leave?

Answer 7

The ING forms of let and leave are letting and leaving.

Question 8

Which two tests can help determine what form of let or leave to use?

Answer 8

Test 1: Which definition fits?

Test 2: Is the verb followed by another verb form?

Question 9

True or False: The second verb form is always stated.

Answer 9

False: Occasionally, the second verb form is understood.