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, such as an adjective or noun.

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Give an example of a linking verb in a sentence.

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In the sentence 'She is happy,' 'is' is the linking verb connecting 'She' to the adjective 'happy.'

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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.

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Identify the linking verb in the sentence: 'The soup tastes delicious.'

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The linking verb is 'tastes.'

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What role do linking verbs play in a sentence?

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Linking verbs connect the subject to additional information about the subject, often in the form of adjectives or nouns.

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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, feel, taste, smell, look.

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How do linking verbs differ from action verbs?

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Linking verbs do not show action; they connect the subject to a description or identification, while action verbs express physical or mental actions.

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What is the function of the verb 'to be' in sentences?

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The verb 'to be' serves as a linking verb that connects the subject to a subject complement.

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Identify the predicate adjectives in the sentence: 'The flowers are beautiful and fragrant.'

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The predicate adjectives are 'beautiful' and 'fragrant.'

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What is the difference between a linking verb and a helping verb?

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A linking verb connects the subject to a complement, while a helping verb assists the main verb in a sentence.