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 or an 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 'The sky is blue,' 'is' is the linking verb that connects 'sky' to 'blue.'

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What is an action verb?

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An action verb expresses physical or mental action. It shows what the subject is doing.

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Give an example of an action verb in a sentence.

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In the sentence 'She runs fast,' 'runs' is the action verb that shows what she is doing.

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What is a helping verb?

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A helping verb, also known as an auxiliary verb, helps the main verb in a sentence by extending its meaning.

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Give an example of a helping verb in a sentence.

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In the sentence 'I am eating lunch,' 'am' is the helping verb that helps the main verb 'eating.'

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List some common linking verbs.

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

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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 word that describes or identifies it.

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What is the difference between linking verbs and action verbs?

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Linking verbs connect the subject to a description or identification, while action verbs show what the subject is doing.

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Can a sentence have both a linking verb and an action verb?

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Yes, a sentence can have both types of verbs, but they will serve different functions.