Verbs: Action, Linking, or Helping

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What is a verb?

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A verb is a word that describes an action, state, or occurrence.

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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, swim.

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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. Example: is, are, was.

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What is a helping verb?

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A helping verb (or auxiliary verb) helps the main verb express tense, mood, or voice. Example: is, have, will.

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

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barks

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Identify the helping verb in this sentence: 'She is going to the store.'

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is

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Identify the linking verb in this sentence: 'He is a teacher.'

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is

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What is the purpose of a helping verb?

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A helping verb adds meaning to the main verb by indicating tense or mood.

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Can a sentence have more than one verb?

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Yes, a sentence can have multiple verbs, including action, linking, and helping verbs.

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What is an example of a sentence with both an action verb and a helping verb?

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She has finished her homework.