Asked by Star

Five sentences about the role of education in successful financial planning, using different verb tense in each sentence with the verb in bold. Can you please tell me if the following sentences are correct?

My husband and I were talking about our financial goals. (Past Progressive Tense)
I know having an education plays a big part in successful financial planning. (Simple Present Tense)
By continuing our education we are investing in our family’s future. (Present Progressive Tense)
Financial planning will have helped us save more for our children’s education and our retirement. (Future Perfect Tense)
Once I obtain my degree we will be planning our finances more accordingly. (Future Progressive Tense)

THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME!
Answered by Anonymous
They are all correct.
Answered by Star
The verbs in my sentences are

1. were talking
2. plays
3. are investing
4. will have helped
5. will be planning
Answered by Anonymous
For number 2, the main verb is "knows".
Answered by Star
Is
Having an education plays a big part in successful financial planning.
Correct?
Does
Having an education plays a big part in successfully planning for the future financially
sound better?
Answered by Anonymous
Either way is fine, but I think the first one is better.
Answered by Star
Great! Thanks again for your time!
Answered by Anonymous
You're welcome. I'm glad I could help you.
Answered by Writeacher
Grammar - Anonymous, Saturday, July 9, 2011 at 7:50pm

For number 2, the main verb is "knows".

<b>Almost right! The main verb in that sentence is <u>know</u>.</b>
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