Action Verbs

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What is a verb?

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A verb is a word that expresses an action, condition, or state of being.

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

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barked

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What do action verbs do?

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Action verbs express physical or mental actions.

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Identify the verb in the sentence: 'She is happy.'

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is

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What is the difference between action verbs and linking verbs?

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Action verbs show what someone or something does, while linking verbs connect the subject to a subject complement.

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Identify the verb in the sentence: 'They are playing soccer.'

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are playing

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What is a visible verb?

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A visible verb is an action that can be seen, such as 'run' or 'jump.'

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Identify the verb in the sentence: 'He thought about the problem.'

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thought

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What is a mental verb?

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A mental verb expresses a thought or feeling, such as 'believe' or 'consider.'

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Identify the verb in the sentence: 'The teacher explained the lesson.'

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explained