Verbs Unit Test

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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 expresses a physical or mental action. For example, 'run', 'jump', and 'think'.

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What is a linking verb?

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A linking verb connects the subject of a sentence to additional information about the subject. Examples include 'is', 'are', 'was', and 'seem'.

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Identify the verb phrase in the sentence: 'The birds are singing.'

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The verb phrase is 'are singing'.

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What is the difference between action verbs and linking verbs?

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Action verbs show what the subject does, while linking verbs connect the subject to more information.

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Give an example of a sentence with an action verb.

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The dog barks loudly.

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Give an example of a sentence with a linking verb.

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She is happy.

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What is the verb in the sentence: 'They were playing soccer.'?

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The verb is 'were playing'.

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What type of verb is 'seem' in the sentence: 'He seems tired.'?

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'Seem' is a linking verb.

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What is the verb in the sentence: 'The cat sleeps on the mat.'?

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The verb is 'sleeps'.