Unit 6- Being & 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 common linking verb.

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

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

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The verb 'to be' serves as a linking verb that connects the subject to a subject complement, indicating existence or a state of being.

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Identify the linking verb in the sentence: 'The flowers are beautiful.'

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The linking verb is 'are'.

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What is the difference between action verbs and linking verbs?

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Action verbs express physical or mental actions, while linking verbs connect the subject to additional information about the subject.

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In the sentence 'She is a teacher', what role does 'is' play?

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In this sentence, 'is' is a linking verb that connects the subject 'She' to the subject complement 'a teacher'.

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What is a subject complement?

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A subject complement is a word or phrase that follows a linking verb and provides more information about the subject.

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Provide an example of a sentence using a linking verb.

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Example: 'He seems happy.' Here, 'seems' is the linking verb connecting 'He' to 'happy'.

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What are some examples of adjectives that can follow linking verbs?

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Examples of adjectives that can follow linking verbs include 'happy', 'tired', 'excited', and 'confident'.

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How can you identify a linking verb in a sentence?

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You can identify a linking verb by checking if it connects the subject to a noun or adjective that describes it, rather than showing action.