Which verb form completes “Why ___ Sophie ___ in the garden today”?

Question

Choose the correct form of the verb.

Why _________ Sophie ________ in the garden today? She doesn't usually do it on Monday.

Answer choices

1. is ... working
2. are ... working
3. does ... work
4. is ... worked
5. has ...work

Answer

is ... working — Why is Sophie working in the garden today?

Explanation

The sentence describes a temporary action today that is unusual for Sophie: she does not normally garden on Mondays. Use the Present Continuous.

The question pattern is Why + is + Sophie + working ...? Sophie is singular, so the auxiliary is is and the main verb takes the form working.