action verbs vs. linking verbs

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the definition of an action verb?
Back
An action verb is a word that expresses a physical or mental action. It shows what the subject of the sentence is doing.
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CCSS.L.1.1E
CCSS.L.3.1A
CCSS.L.K.1B
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the definition of a linking verb?
Back
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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CCSS.L.1.1E
CCSS.L.1.4C
CCSS.L.2.6
CCSS.L.3.1A
CCSS.L.4.1B
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of a sentence using an action verb.
Back
She runs every morning.
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CCSS.L.1.1E
CCSS.L.3.1A
CCSS.L.K.1B
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of a sentence using a linking verb.
Back
He is a doctor.
Tags
CCSS.L.1.1E
CCSS.L.1.4C
CCSS.L.2.6
CCSS.L.3.1A
CCSS.L.4.1B
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are some common action verbs?
Back
Run, jump, swim, write, read, dance.
Tags
CCSS.L.1.1E
CCSS.L.3.1A
CCSS.L.K.1B
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are some common linking verbs?
Back
Be, seem, become, appear, feel, look.
Tags
CCSS.L.1.1E
CCSS.L.1.4C
CCSS.L.2.6
CCSS.L.3.1A
CCSS.L.4.1B
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you identify an action verb in a sentence?
Back
Look for a word that describes what the subject is doing or an action being performed.
Tags
CCSS.L.1.1E
CCSS.L.3.1A
CCSS.L.K.1B
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