ACTION AND LINKING VERBS 2

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What is an action verb?

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An action verb is a word that describes a physical or mental action. Examples include 'run', 'jump', 'think', and 'sing'.

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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 or an adjective. Common linking verbs include 'is', 'are', 'was', and 'were'.

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Identify the action verb in the sentence: 'She runs every morning.'

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The action verb is 'runs'.

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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 is the purpose of an action verb in a sentence?

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The purpose of an action verb is to express what the subject is doing.

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What is the purpose of a linking verb in a sentence?

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The purpose of a linking verb is to connect the subject to additional information about the subject.

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Give an example of a sentence with an action verb.

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Example: 'He plays soccer on weekends.'

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Give an example of a sentence with a linking verb.

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Example: 'She is a teacher.'

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How can you tell if a verb is an action verb?

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If the verb describes a physical or mental action that the subject is performing, it is an action verb.

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How can you tell if a verb is a linking verb?

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If the verb connects the subject to a description or identification, it is a linking verb.