Exploring Types of Verbs in English Grammar

The video tutorial by Grace L Alik introduces the concept of verbs, emphasizing their role as one of the two main components of a sentence alongside nouns. It categorizes verbs into three types: linking, helping, and action verbs. The tutorial explains each type with examples, highlighting how linking verbs connect subjects with nouns or adjectives, while helping verbs assist main verbs in forming complete sentences. The video also provides a method to differentiate between action and linking verbs. The tutorial concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with the content.

What are the three main types of verbs discussed?

• Primary, Secondary, Tertiary

• Transitive, Intransitive, Reflexive

• Linking, Helping, Action

• Active, Passive, Linking

What is the primary function of a linking verb?

• To connect the subject to a noun or adjective

• To assist another verb

• To show action

• To indicate when an action occurs

Which verb is used as a linking verb in the sentence 'The flowers are bright'?

• The

• Are

• Flowers

• Bright

Which of the following is not a linking verb?

• Walk

• Appear

• Seem

• Become

What can replace a suspected linking verb to test if it really is one?

• An action verb

• A true linking verb like 'is'

• A pronoun

• Any noun

Which sentence shows 'smell' as an action verb?

• The food smells bad

• My aunt smells the food

• The flower smelled fresh

• The perfume smells nice

What role does 'are' play in the sentence 'They are going to the conference'?

• Action verb

• Linking verb

• Main verb

• Helping verb

In which sentence is 'is' a helping verb?

• Is it raining?

• He is tall

• The sky is clear

• Jane is moving to a new house

What does a helping verb do in a sentence?

• Connects clauses

• Indicates a location

• Assists the main verb

• Describes a noun

What should students do after watching the video, as suggested in the conclusion?

• Forget the content

• Discuss with peers

• Start another lesson

• Subscribe and like the video