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. Example: run, jump, think.

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

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What is a main verb?

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The main verb is the primary verb in a sentence that shows the main action or state of being.

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

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barks (action verb)

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

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is (linking verb)

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Identify the helping verb in the sentence: 'They have finished their homework.'

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have (helping verb)

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What is the difference between a main verb and a helping verb?

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A main verb shows the main action, while a helping verb assists the main verb.

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Fill in the blank: 'He ____ a great singer.'

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is (linking verb)