Linking Verbs

Front

She said she is confident about the plan's success.

Back

feels

Front

Thai food often tastes exotic to newcomers.

Back

tastes

Front

Year Maria was born:

Back

is, was

Front

The President looked tired and frustrated.

Back

looked

Front

Tallest trees: California redwoods.

Back

are

Answer explanation

grow here is an action word not a linking verb.

Front

All actors were proud of their performances.

Back

were

Answer explanation

grow here is an action word not a linking verb.

Front

The food smelled delicious from two blocks away.

Back

smelled

Answer explanation

grow here is an action word not a linking verb.

Front

Tired due to poor sleep last night.

Back

am

Answer explanation

grow here is an action word not a linking verb.

Front

A stubborn person, he is certain he is right.

Back

remains

Answer explanation

grow here is an action word not a linking verb.

Front

Herbs thrive in sandy soil with good drainage.

Back

is,is

Answer explanation

grow here is an action word not a linking verb.