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 are action verbs?

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Action verbs express physical or mental actions. Example: 'run', 'think', 'jump'.

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What are linking verbs?

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Linking verbs connect the subject of a sentence to a subject complement. Example: 'is', 'are', 'seem'.

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

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The verb is 'sleeps'.

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What is the function of a verb in a sentence?

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The function of a verb is to indicate what the subject is doing or to link the subject to additional information.

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Give an example of a sentence with an action verb.

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Example: 'She dances gracefully.'

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Give an example of a sentence with a linking verb.

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Example: 'He is a doctor.'

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What is the difference between action verbs and linking verbs?

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

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Identify the verb in the sentence: 'They are playing soccer.'

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The verb is 'are playing'.

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What type of verb is 'am' in the sentence 'I am happy'?

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'Am' is a linking verb.