verbs for kids

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What is a verb?

Back

A verb is a word that describes an action, occurrence, or state of being.

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Give an example of a verb that means to move quickly upward.

Back

Jump.

Front

What verb would you use to describe striking a ball with your foot?

Back

Kick.

Front

Translate the verb 'bailar' from Spanish to English.

Back

Dance.

Front

What verb describes the action of looking at written words and understanding them?

Back

Read.

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What action does the verb 'push' describe?

Back

To exert force on something to move it away from oneself.

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What is the past tense of the verb 'jump'?

Back

Jumped.

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What is the present participle form of the verb 'kick'?

Back

Kicking.

Front

What is an example of a verb that describes a mental action?

Back

Think.

Front

What verb would you use to describe the action of moving something closer to oneself?

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Pull.