Which of the following defines verb mood?(1 point)

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a verb form that asks a question
a verb form that asks a question

a verb form that shows the manner in which an idea is expressed in a sentence
a verb form that shows the manner in which an idea is expressed in a sentence

a verb form that shows a fact or opinion
a verb form that shows a fact or opinion

a verb form that commands others to do something

a verb form that commands others to do something

The correct definition of verb mood is:

- A verb form that shows the manner in which an idea is expressed in a sentence.

The correct definition of verb mood is: "a verb form that shows the manner in which an idea is expressed in a sentence."

To arrive at the correct answer, you need to understand what verb mood means. Verb mood refers to the attitude or manner in which an action or condition is expressed in a sentence. There are three main verb moods in English: indicative, imperative, and subjunctive.

The first response, "a verb form that asks a question," does not accurately define verb mood. Asking a question is related to the interrogative mood, which is a specific type of verb mood, but it does not define verb mood as a whole.

The third response, "a verb form that shows a fact or opinion," is not correct either. While verb moods can sometimes convey factual information (indicative mood) or express opinions (subjunctive mood), this definition is too broad and does not capture the essence of verb mood.

The fourth response, "a verb form that commands others to do something," is specifically describing the imperative mood. While it is a type of verb mood, it is not a comprehensive definition of all verb moods.

Therefore, the second response, "a verb form that shows the manner in which an idea is expressed in a sentence," correctly defines verb mood by expressing the overall purpose and function of verb moods in English grammar.