Action, Linking, and Helping Verbs

Front

Amy's neighbor is ninety-two years old.

Back

linking verb

Front

The brothers work at an automobile plant in Michigan.

Back

action verb

Front

She has been to Yellowstone National Park three times.

Back

helping verb

Front

In seven years, my uncle will retire.

Back

helping verb

Front

The dog was lonely when its owners left on vacation.

Back

linking verb

Front

The restaurant appears closed since the lights are off.

Back

linking verb

Front

The dessert tastes over-baked and burnt.

Back

linking verb

Front

Twins like to dress in different clothes.

Back

action verb

Front

Tim and his wife must travel to Europe to visit their children.

Back

helping verb

Front

Linking verbs

Back

link the subject to a word that describes the subject