Predicate Adjectives

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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 predicate adjective or predicate nominative.

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Identify a common linking verb.

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Common linking verbs include 'is', 'are', 'was', 'were', 'look', 'seem', and 'be'.

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What is a predicate adjective?

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A predicate adjective is an adjective that follows a linking verb and describes the subject of the sentence.

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Provide an example of a sentence with a predicate adjective.

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The flowers are beautiful.

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What is the difference between a predicate adjective and a predicate nominative?

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A predicate adjective describes the subject, while a predicate nominative renames the subject.

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Identify the predicate adjectives in the sentence: 'The soup is hot and spicy.'

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hot, spicy

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What role does a linking verb play in a sentence?

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A linking verb connects the subject to additional information about the subject, such as a description or identification.

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In the sentence 'She seems happy', what is the linking verb and the predicate adjective?

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Linking verb: seems; Predicate adjective: happy.

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How can you identify a predicate adjective in a sentence?

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Look for an adjective that follows a linking verb and describes the subject.

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What is the function of a predicate nominative?

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A predicate nominative renames or identifies the subject of the sentence.