IDENTIFY VERBS

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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 tells what the subject is doing. Examples: run, jump, swim.

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What is a linking verb?

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A linking verb connects the subject to a subject complement, describing the subject. Examples: is, are, was.

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What is a helping verb?

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A helping verb (or auxiliary verb) helps the main verb express tense, mood, or voice. Examples: will, have, is.

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Identify the main verb in the sentence: 'She is reading a book.'

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The main verb is 'reading.' 'Is' is the helping verb.

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Identify the verb in the sentence: 'They were happy.'

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The verb is 'were,' which is a linking verb.

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What is a verb phrase?

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A verb phrase consists of a main verb and one or more helping verbs. Example: 'will be running.'

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What type of verb is 'am' in the sentence: 'I am happy'?

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'Am' is a linking verb.

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What type of verb is 'has' in the sentence: 'She has finished her homework'?

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'Has' is a helping verb.

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Identify the verb in the sentence: 'The dog barked loudly.'

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The verb is 'barked,' which is an action verb.