Circle the four verbs in each paragraph that are inconsistent in their
tense. Write them in the correct tense on the line following the
paragraph.
1. James Forten was a hero because he carries out his responsibilities even in the
heat of battle. He acted on the values that his parents instill in him. They want
him to go to school and to work hard. He did. His hard work leads him to achieve
success as a businessman.​