Action, Linking, and Helping Verbs

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What is a verb?

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

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What is an action verb?

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An action verb shows what someone or something is doing. Example: run, jump, swim.

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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. Example: is, are, was.

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What is a helping verb?

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A helping verb is used with a main verb to show tense or possibility. Example: will, have, can.

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Identify the action verb in this sentence: 'The dog barks loudly.'

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barks

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Identify the linking verb in this sentence: 'She is happy.'

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is

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Identify the helping verb in this sentence: 'They are playing soccer.'

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are

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What is the purpose of a linking verb?

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

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Fill in the blank with a linking verb: 'The soup _______ cold.'

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is

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Fill in the blank with a helping verb: 'She _______ finished her homework.'

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has