Predicate Nominatives and Predicate Adjectives

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What is a predicate adjective?

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A predicate adjective is an adjective that follows a linking verb and describes the subject of the sentence.

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Identify the role of a predicate nominative.

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A predicate nominative is a noun or pronoun that follows a linking verb and renames or identifies the subject.

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What is the function of a linking verb?

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A linking verb connects the subject of a sentence to a subject complement, which can be a predicate adjective or predicate nominative.

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Example of a sentence with a predicate adjective.

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The sky is blue.

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Example of a sentence with a predicate nominative.

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She is a teacher.

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What is the subject of a sentence?

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The subject of a sentence is who or what the sentence is about.

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How can you identify a predicate adjective in a sentence?

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Look for an adjective that follows a linking verb and describes the subject.

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How can you identify a predicate nominative in a sentence?

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Look for a noun or pronoun that follows a linking verb and renames the subject.

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What is the difference between a predicate adjective and a predicate nominative?

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A predicate adjective describes the subject, while a predicate nominative renames the subject.

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Can a sentence have both a predicate adjective and a predicate nominative?

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Yes, a sentence can have both, but they will serve different functions.