Understanding Verbs

What is a verb?

• A verb is a synonym for an adjective.

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

• A verb is a word that only describes a person.

• A verb is a type of noun.

Can you name a verb that means to run?

• sprint

• slide

• jump

• walk

Which of these is a verb: jump, happy, blue?

• jump

• quickly

• sad

• run

What verb would you use for eating food?

• serve

• cook

• drink

• eat

Is 'play' a verb or a noun?

• Both a verb and a noun

• Neither a verb nor a noun

• Only a noun

• Only a verb