Pre-testing -Unit 3- 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. Example: 'She is a teacher.' (is is the linking verb).

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Identify the linking verb in the sentence: 'I am an experienced photographer.'

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am

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What is the subject complement in the sentence: 'I am an experienced photographer.'?

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experienced photographer (the adjective 'experienced' describes the noun 'photographer').

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What is the definition of a direct object?

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A direct object is a noun or pronoun that receives the action of a verb. Example: In 'She kicked the ball,' 'ball' is the direct object.

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Identify the direct object in the sentence: 'Wyatt fixed the monitor for my computer.'

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monitor

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What is an action verb?

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An action verb expresses physical or mental action. Example: 'run,' 'think,' 'jump.'

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Identify the action verb in the sentence: 'Adriana fixed the monitor for my computer.'

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fixed

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What is the definition of tense in verbs?

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Tense indicates the time of the action or state of being expressed by the verb. The three main tenses are present, past, and future.

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Identify the tense of the underlined verb in the sentence: 'Mrs. Holloran leaves the cabin empty all winter.'

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present

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What is the present tense?

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The present tense describes actions that are currently happening or are habitual. Example: 'I walk to school every day.'