Types of Verbs

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What is a verb?

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

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What is an action verb?

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An action verb expresses physical or mental action. For example, 'run', 'jump', 'think', and 'enjoy'.

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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. Examples include 'is', 'are', 'was', and 'were'.

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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. Examples include 'have', 'is', and 'will'.

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Identify the main verb in the sentence: 'The cat sleeps on the mat.'

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The main verb is 'sleeps'.

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

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The action verb is 'barks'.

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Fill in the blank: A _______ verb expresses action and tells what the subject does or did.

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action

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What is the main verb in the sentence: 'She is learning drums, cymbals, and triangles.'

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The main verb is 'learning'.

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Identify the action verb in the sentence: 'Lilly enjoys stories.'

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The action verb is 'enjoys'.

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What is the main verb in the sentence: 'They have finished their homework.'

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The main verb is 'finished'.