Action/Linking Verbs

Identify the linking verb.

Kaylee was happy that Emily called.

• that

• happy

• was

• called

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

Identify the linking verb.

Brynna is excited about going for ice cream.

• is

• about

• excited

• for

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

Identify the linking verb.

Kyle was tired and cranky.

• Kyle

• and

• was

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

Identify the linking verb.

Zak and Shaylynn were very loud on the bus.

• were

• very

• on

• loud

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

Identify the linking verb.

Randy was absent earlier this week.

• absent

• this

• was

• earlier

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

What is an action verb?

• It describes the noun.

• It tells what the subject does.

• It shows a state of being.

• It is a noun followed by a linking verb.

What is a linking verb?

• It describes the verb.

• It describes the noun.

• It shows a state of being.

• It tells what the subject does.

What is a linking verb?

• It describes the verb.

• It describes the noun.

• It shows a state of being.

• It tells what the subject does.

What is the underline word in the sentence. We slept 8 hours.

• linking verb

• action verb

• predicate nominative

• noun

What is the underline word in the sentence. My students work hard in their project.

• linking verb

• action verb

• predicate nominative

• noun