In the sentence we were hoping for an increase in revenue, the verb were is

a)
transitive

b)
intransitive

c)
linking

d)

In the sentence above, the verb "were" is a helping verb (d).

Explanation:

The verb were is a helping verb.  Helping verbs are used to help the main verb. Helping verbs that add meaning to the clause where they are being used are called auxliary verbs. They are used to express tense or to add emphasis. In this case, the verb to be has teamed up with the progressive form of the verb "hope" to come up with the past continous tense (were hoping).  

there on the beach was a struggling turtle.   around its bright green neck was a loop of soda can rings.   in order to the planet, i have made a few changes to my life.   the first change is reducing the number of straws used. the second change was to recycle.   finally, i have worked hard to clean up litter.   it is important to clean our ocean.

you may not think straws have a large impact but they do.   imagine for every straw you sip out of a poor, , adorable turtle is being harmed.   one way i chipped in to is by using metal straws.   these straws are reusable and inexpensive.   another change is simply turning down straws.   by refusing a straw, i’m the turtles one drink at a time.  

however, the ocean just doesn't have turtles.   there are lots of creatures that live there and are harmed by all the litter.   to prevent litter from growing it’s important to recycle.   for me, i have started to buy most goods that are made out of recycled material.   pura vidas, chacos, purses, and too many other items to even count.   plus, when you buy those products they give money to charities.   not only am i the environment, but i’m also feeling better about my self.   finally, i have worked hard to clean up litter.   it is important to clean our ocean.

explanation:

if i was falling raindrop:

1. land safely (pretty sure that’s a tough one)

2. wished that time slowed down

3. a beautiful ending