ACTION AND LINKING VERBS

Front

What is an action verb?

Back

An action verb is a word that describes a physical or mental action. Examples include run, jump, think, and play.

Front

What is a linking verb?

Back

A linking verb connects the subject of a sentence to a subject complement, which can be a noun or an adjective. Common linking verbs include 'is', 'are', 'was', and 'seem'.

Front

Identify the verb in the sentence: 'The cat sleeps on the mat.'

Back

Sleeps.

Front

Identify the verb in the sentence: 'She is a great artist.'

Back

Is.

Front

Select A if the verb is an action verb, select L if it is a linking verb: 'The soup tastes delicious.'

Back

L.

Front

Select A if the verb is an action verb, select L if it is a linking verb: 'He runs every morning.'

Back

A.

Front

What is the purpose of a linking verb?

Back

The purpose of a linking verb is to connect the subject with additional information about the subject.

Front

Give an example of a sentence with an action verb.

Back

The dog barked loudly.

Front

Give an example of a sentence with a linking verb.

Back

The flowers are beautiful.

Front

What is the difference between action verbs and linking verbs?

Back

Action verbs express physical or mental actions, while linking verbs connect the subject to a description or identification.