Linking Verbs

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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, which can be a noun, pronoun, or adjective that describes or identifies the subject.

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Give an example of a linking verb.

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Examples of linking verbs include 'is', 'am', 'are', 'was', 'were', 'seem', and 'be'.

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What is the purpose of a linking verb in a sentence?

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The purpose of a linking verb is to link the subject with additional information about the subject, such as a description or identification.

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Identify the linking verb in the sentence: 'The sky is blue.'

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The linking verb is 'is'.

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True or False: 'Run' is a linking verb.

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False. 'Run' is an action verb.

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What is the difference between an action verb and a linking verb?

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An action verb expresses a physical or mental action, while a linking verb connects the subject to a subject complement.

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Identify the linking verb in the sentence: 'He became a doctor.'

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The linking verb is 'became'.

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Fill in the blank: 'She ___ happy.' (Choose a linking verb)

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The correct linking verb is 'is': 'She is happy.'

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What linking verb would you use in the sentence: 'They ___ tired after the game.'

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The correct linking verb is 'are': 'They are tired after the game.'

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Identify the linking verb in the sentence: 'The flowers smell sweet.'

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The linking verb is 'smell'.