Question

What is the principal part of the italicized verb in this sentence from “The Story-Teller”?
The aunt suppressed a gasp of admiration. (Note: suppressed is the italicized verb)
1. present
2. present participle
3. past
4. past participle****

Answer 1

No. Past participles need a helping verb.

Answer 2

So it would be C!! Right?

Answer 3

Yes, it's past tense.

Answer 4

Thank you!

Answer 5

You're welcome.