Linking Verbs

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What is a linking verb?

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A linking verb is a verb that connects the subject of a sentence to a subject complement, which can be a noun, pronoun, or adjective that describes or identifies the subject.

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List three common linking verbs.

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is, are, was

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How do linking verbs differ from action verbs?

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Linking verbs do not express action; instead, they connect the subject to additional information about the subject.

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Identify the linking verb in the sentence: 'The sky became dark.'

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became

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What role do linking verbs play in a sentence?

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Linking verbs serve to link the subject with a subject complement, providing more information about the subject.

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Identify the linking verb in the sentence: 'She seems tired.'

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seems

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What is the function of the linking verb 'to be'?

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The linking verb 'to be' (is, are, was, were) connects the subject to a state of being or condition.

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Identify the linking verb in the sentence: 'They are excited about the trip.'

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are

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What is a subject complement?

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A subject complement is a word or phrase that follows a linking verb and provides additional information about the subject.

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Identify the linking verb in the sentence: 'He feels happy.'

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feels