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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am, is, are, was, were, be, being, been.

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Identify the linking verb in the sentence: 'The cake smells delicious.'

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smells.

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True or False: 'Become' is a linking verb.

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True.

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What is the function of a linking verb in a sentence?

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The function of a linking verb is to link the subject with a subject complement that provides more information about the subject.

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Identify the linking verb in the sentence: 'She is a talented musician.'

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is.

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Which of the following is NOT a linking verb: 'seem', 'run', 'appear'?

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run.

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Fill in the blank with a linking verb: 'They ____ happy to see you.'

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are.

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What is the past tense of the linking verb 'to be'?

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was/were.

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Identify the linking verb in the sentence: 'The flowers are beautiful.'

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are.