Verbs: Action, Linking, Helping

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What is a verb?

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A verb is a word that describes an action, state, or occurrence.

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What is an action verb?

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An action verb shows what someone or something is doing. Example: run, jump, eat.

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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. Example: is, are, was.

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What is a helping verb?

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A helping verb is used with a main verb to show tense or possibility. Example: am, is, are, was, were.

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Give an example of an action verb in a sentence.

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The dog barks loudly.

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Give an example of a linking verb in a sentence.

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She is a teacher.

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Give an example of a helping verb in a sentence.

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I am going to the store.

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What are some common helping verbs?

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Common helping verbs include: am, is, are, was, were, have, has.

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What is the role of a linking verb?

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A linking verb connects the subject to more information about the subject.

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Can 'is' be a linking verb?

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Yes, 'is' is a linking verb.