Using Set and Sit

Question 1

What does the verb “set” mean?

Answer 1

To put or place (something)

Question 2

True or False: Set is an irregular transitive verb.

Answer 2

True: Set is an irregular transitive verb.

Question 3

What are the principle parts of set?

Answer 3

Present: Set
Past: Set
Past Participle: (have) Set

Question 4

What does the verb “sit” mean?

Answer 4

To rest or be seated

Question 5

True or False: Sit is a regular verb and is always transitive.

Answer 5

False: Sit is an irregular verb, and is never transitive.

Question 6

What are the principle parts of sit?

Answer 6

Present: Sit
Past: Sat
Past Participle: (have) Sat

Question 7

True or False: A form of “be” is never used with the ING forms of these verbs.

Answer 7

False: A form of “be” is always used with the ING forms of set and sit.

Question 8

Which two tests can be used to determine what form of set or sit to use?

Answer 8

Test 1: Which definition fits?

Test 2: Is there a direct object?