Linking Verbs

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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, which can be a noun, pronoun, or adjective that describes or identifies the subject.

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Give examples of 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: 'She is a teacher.'

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The linking verb is 'is'.

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Fill in the blank with the correct linking verb: 'They ___ happy.'

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are.

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What is the difference between action verbs and linking verbs?

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Action verbs express physical or mental actions, while linking verbs connect the subject to additional information without expressing action.

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Complete the sentence with a linking verb: 'He ___ tired after the long day.'

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is.

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What is a subject complement?

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A subject complement is a word or phrase that follows a linking verb and provides more information about the subject.

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Identify the subject complement in the sentence: 'The sky is blue.'

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The subject complement is 'blue'.

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Fill in the blank with the correct linking verb: 'I ___ excited about the trip.'

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am.