Linking verbs

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What is a linking verb?

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A linking verb is a verb that 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 in a sentence.

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In the sentence 'She is a teacher,' the verb 'is' links the subject 'She' to the complement 'a teacher.'

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List some common linking verbs.

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Common linking verbs include: is, am, are, was, were, be, being, been, seem, become.

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How do linking verbs differ from action verbs?

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Linking verbs do not show action; instead, they connect the subject to additional information. Action verbs express physical or mental actions.

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Identify the linking verb in this sentence: 'The soup tastes delicious.'

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The linking verb is 'tastes,' which connects the subject 'soup' to the adjective 'delicious.'

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What is the role of the subject complement in a sentence with a linking verb?

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The subject complement provides more information about the subject, describing or identifying it.

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Fill in the blank with a linking verb: 'The flowers _____ beautiful.'

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The correct linking verb is 'are': 'The flowers are beautiful.'

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What linking verb would you use in the sentence: 'I _____ happy today.'

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The correct linking verb is 'am': 'I am happy today.'

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Identify the linking verb in this sentence: 'He seems tired.'

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The linking verb is 'seems,' which connects 'He' to the adjective 'tired.'

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What is the function of the verb 'to be' in sentences?

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The verb 'to be' serves as a linking verb that connects the subject to a subject complement.