Forming a question using a verb involves placing the verb in a position that prompts an answer. Here’s a step-by-step guide to creating different types of questions with verbs:

1. Yes/No Questions

In English, yes/no questions are typically formed by placing an auxiliary (helping) verb before the subject. For many verbs, this involves using forms of “do,” “does,” or “did.” For modal verbs (like “can,” “will,” “should”), the modal itself goes before the subject.

Examples:

• Present Simple: “Do you like coffee?” (Here, “do” is the auxiliary verb.)
• Past Simple: “Did she go to the store?” (Here, “did” is the auxiliary verb.)
• Present Continuous: “Is he coming to the party?” (Here, “is” is the auxiliary verb for “coming.”)
• Modal Verbs: “Can you swim?” (Here, “can” is the modal verb.)

2. Wh- Questions

Wh- questions start with a question word (who, what, where, when, why, how) and are followed by an auxiliary or modal verb, then the subject, and then the main verb.

Examples:

• Present Simple: “What do you want for dinner?” (Here, “do” is the auxiliary verb.)
• Past Simple: “Where did they go on vacation?” (Here, “did” is the auxiliary verb.)
• Present Continuous: “Why is she crying?” (Here, “is” is the auxiliary verb for “crying.”)
• Modal Verbs: “How can we help you?” (Here, “can” is the modal verb.)

3. Form Questions with “Be” as a Main Verb

When “be” is the main verb, it directly precedes the subject to form the question.

Examples:

• Present Simple: “Are you ready?” (Here, “are” is the main verb.)
• Past Simple: “Was she at the meeting?” (Here, “was” is the main verb.)

Summary

To form a question with a verb, you need to:

1. Identify the appropriate verb and its form (whether it’s an auxiliary, modal, or the main verb).
2. Position the verb before the subject for yes/no questions or after a question word for wh- questions.

By following these steps, you can construct a wide range of questions in English.