Action Verbs

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What is an action verb?

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An action verb is a word that describes what someone or something does. It shows action or a state of being.

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Give an example of an action verb in a sentence.

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In the sentence 'The dog runs fast,' the action verb is 'runs.'

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Identify the action verb in this sentence: 'The cat sleeps on the couch.'

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The action verb is 'sleeps.'

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What is the difference between an action verb and a linking verb?

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An action verb shows an action, while a linking verb connects the subject to more information about the subject.

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List three action verbs.

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Run, jump, swim.

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What is the verb in the sentence: 'She dances beautifully.'

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The verb is 'dances.'

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Identify the action verb in this sentence: 'They play soccer every weekend.'

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The action verb is 'play.'

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What is the verb in the sentence: 'He reads a book.'

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The verb is 'reads.'

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Choose the action verb: 'The bird sings in the morning.'

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The action verb is 'sings.'

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What is the verb in the sentence: 'The children laugh at the joke.'

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The verb is 'laugh.'