Subject Complements

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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 describes or renames the subject of the sentence.

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Identify the subject complement in the sentence: 'The sky is blue.'

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blue

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What role does a subject complement play in a sentence?

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It provides additional information about the subject, often describing its state or identity.

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What is the difference between a subject complement and a direct object?

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A subject complement follows a linking verb and describes the subject, while a direct object follows an action verb and receives the action.

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Identify the subject complement in the sentence: 'The flowers smell sweet.'

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sweet

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What type of verbs are typically followed by subject complements?

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Linking verbs, such as 'is,' 'are,' 'was,' 'were,' 'seem,' and 'become.'

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Identify the subject in the sentence: 'The dog is barking loudly.'

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The dog

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What is the subject complement in the sentence: 'She became a doctor.'

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doctor

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Can a subject complement be a noun?

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Yes, a subject complement can be a noun, pronoun, or adjective.

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Identify the subject complement in the sentence: 'They are friends.'

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friends