Action, Linking, and Helping Verbs

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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', 'dance'.

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What is a linking verb?

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

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What is a helping verb?

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A helping verb helps the main verb in a sentence by extending its meaning. Example: 'is' in 'is running'.

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Give an example of an action verb in a sentence.

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'The dog barks loudly.' (barks is the action verb).

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Give an example of a linking verb in a sentence.

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'She is happy.' (is is the linking verb).

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Give an example of a helping verb in a sentence.

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'They are playing soccer.' (are is the helping verb).

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What are the three types of verbs?

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Action verbs, linking verbs, and helping verbs.

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How do you identify an action verb in a sentence?

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Look for words that show physical or mental actions.

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How do you identify a linking verb in a sentence?

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Look for verbs that connect the subject to a description or state of being.

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How do you identify a helping verb in a sentence?

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Look for verbs that come before the main verb to help express tense or mood.