Action vs. Linking Verbs

Action vs. Linking Verbs

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English

5th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an action verb?

Back

An action verb is a word that describes an action or something that a subject does. For example, 'run', 'jump', and 'swim' are action verbs.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a linking verb?

Back

A linking verb connects the subject of a sentence to a subject complement, which can be a noun or an adjective. Examples include 'is', 'are', 'was', and 'were'.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a sentence with an action verb.

Back

The dog barks loudly.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a sentence with a linking verb.

Back

She is a talented artist.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you identify an action verb in a sentence?

Back

Look for words that express physical or mental actions, such as 'run', 'think', or 'play'.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you identify a linking verb in a sentence?

Back

Look for verbs that connect the subject to more information about the subject, often followed by an adjective or noun.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between action verbs and linking verbs?

Back

Action verbs show what the subject does, while linking verbs connect the subject to additional information.

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