Action, Linking, and Helping verbs 1. Patty was excited about going to college in the fall. Is "was" an action, linking, or helping verb?

2. Stella was thinking about trying out for the play. Is "was" an action, linking, or helping verb?

3. Karen thought she wanted to buy a new car. Is "thought" an action, linking, or helping verb?

4. Ellen grew concerned about her grades. Is "grew" an action, linking, or helping verb?

5. Sarah is selling magazine subscriptions. Is "is" an action, linking, or helping verb?

Secret in slovakia how does the author's use of foreshadowing in the opening paragraphs affect the passage? a. it creates excitement by revealing the narrator's hopes of receiving part of her great-aunt's estate. b. it creates dread through its vivid descriptions of the house; readers are aware that something terrible has happened within those walls. c. it creates mystery by suggesting that the narrator's view of the house will somehow change as a result of her experiences inside. d. it creates a sense of joy and anticipation by hinting that the narrator will be reconnected with her great-aunt.