Linking 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, pronoun, or adjective that describes or identifies the subject.

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Give an example of a linking verb.

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The verb 'is' in the sentence 'She is happy.' is a linking verb.

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What is the purpose of a linking verb?

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The purpose of a linking verb is to link the subject with more information about the subject.

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List some common linking verbs.

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Common linking verbs include: is, are, was, were, am, be, being, been.

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Identify the linking verb in this sentence: 'The sky is blue.'

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The linking verb is 'is'.

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True or False: Linking verbs show action.

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False. Linking verbs do not show action; they connect the subject to more information.

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What is the difference between an action verb and a linking verb?

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An action verb shows what the subject is doing, while a linking verb connects the subject to a description or identification.

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Fill in the blank: The flowers __________ beautiful.

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are (linking verb)

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Identify the linking verb in this sentence: 'He seems tired.'

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The linking verb is 'seems'.

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What is a subject complement?

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A subject complement is a word or phrase that follows a linking verb and describes or identifies the subject.