Understanding Linking Verbs

What is the primary function of linking verbs in a sentence?

• To indicate the tense of the sentence

• To describe an action

• To connect the subject to additional information

• To modify the verb

Which of the following is NOT a common linking verb?

• To run

• To appear

• To seem

• To remain

In the sentence 'The cake tastes delicious,' what role does the verb 'tastes' play?

• Auxiliary verb

• Linking verb

• Modal verb

• Action verb

How can you determine if a verb is being used as a linking verb?

• If it describes an action

• If it connects the subject to a state of being

• If it modifies the subject

• If it indicates a future action

In the sentence 'Sam appeared at the door in his Halloween costume,' what type of verb is 'appeared'?

• Auxiliary verb

• Action verb

• Linking verb

• Modal verb