Linking Verbs

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What is a linking verb?

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A linking verb is a verb that connects the subject of a sentence to a subject complement, which can be a noun, pronoun, or adjective that describes or identifies the subject.

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List some common linking verbs.

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Common linking verbs include: am, is, are, was, were, be, being, been, seem, become.

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

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The function of a linking verb is to link the subject with additional information about the subject, rather than showing action.

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Identify the linking verb in the sentence: 'The sky is blue.'

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The linking verb is 'is'.

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Fill in the blank: She ____ a talented musician.

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is

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Choose the correct linking verb: They ____ excited about the trip.

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are

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What is the linking verb in the sentence: 'He seems happy today.'

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The linking verb is 'seems'.

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Identify the linking verb: 'The flowers smell sweet.'

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The linking verb is 'smell'.

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Fill in the blank: I ____ a student at this school.

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am

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What is the linking verb in the sentence: 'The cake tastes delicious.'

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The linking verb is 'tastes'.