Action, Helping and Linking Verbs

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What is an action verb?

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An action verb shows what the subject of a sentence is doing. Example: 'run', 'jump', 'swim'.

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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 to form a question. Example: 'is', 'have', 'will'.

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What is a linking verb?

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A linking verb connects the subject to a word that describes it. Example: 'is', 'are', 'seem'.

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Identify the action verb in this sentence: 'The dog barked loudly.'

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barked

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Identify the helping verb in this sentence: 'She has finished her homework.'

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has

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

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tastes

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What is the purpose of a linking verb?

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Linking verbs connect the subject to a subject complement that describes or identifies it.

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Can a sentence have more than one helping verb?

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Yes, a sentence can have multiple helping verbs. Example: 'She has been studying.' (has, been)

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What is the difference between action verbs and linking verbs?

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Action verbs show action, while linking verbs connect the subject to a description.

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Identify the helping verb in this sentence: 'They are going to the park.'

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are