Action vs Non-action verbs

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What is an action verb?

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An action verb is a word that describes a physical or mental action. Examples include 'run', 'jump', 'think', and 'play'.

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What is a non-action verb?

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A non-action verb describes a state of being or condition rather than an action. Examples include 'is', 'are', 'was', and 'have'.

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Give an example of a sentence with an action verb.

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She runs every morning.

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Give an example of a sentence with a non-action verb.

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He is happy.

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What is the present continuous tense?

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The present continuous tense describes actions that are currently happening. It is formed using 'am/is/are' + verb-ing.

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Identify the action verb in this sentence: 'The dog barks loudly.'

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barks

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Identify the non-action verb in this sentence: 'They are friends.'

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are

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What is the difference between 'has' and 'have'?

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'Has' is used with third-person singular subjects (he, she, it), while 'have' is used with I, you, we, and they.

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What is the correct form of the verb in this sentence: 'Each student __ (need) a pencil.'

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needs

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What is the correct form of the verb in this sentence: 'They __ (play) soccer every Saturday.'

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play