Verbs- main, helping, and linking

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What is a verb?

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A verb is a word that describes an action, occurrence, or state of being.

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What is an action verb?

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An action verb expresses physical or mental action. Example: run, think.

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What is a helping verb?

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A helping verb, also known as an auxiliary verb, helps the main verb in a verb phrase. Example: is, can, will.

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What is a linking verb?

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A linking verb connects the subject of a sentence to a subject complement. Example: am, is, are, was, were.

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Identify the helping verb in this sentence: 'She is running fast.'

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is

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Identify the linking verb in this sentence: 'The soup tastes delicious.'

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tastes

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Identify the action verb in this sentence: 'He jumped over the fence.'

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jumped

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

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The function of a helping verb is to assist the main verb by adding detail about time, mood, or voice.

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What is the difference between a helping verb and a linking verb?

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A helping verb assists the main verb, while a linking verb connects the subject to a complement.

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Give an example of a sentence with a helping verb.

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She can swim very well.