Distinguishing Linking Verbs from Action Verbs

The video tutorial by Melissa at GrammarSongs explains the difference between action and linking verbs. Action verbs describe what someone or something does, while linking verbs connect the subject to additional information. The tutorial uses examples with the verbs 'looked' and 'appeared' to illustrate how the same verb can function as either action or linking, depending on the context. It provides clues for identifying verb types, such as substituting verbs with others that make sense in the sentence. The video concludes with a recap of key points and tips for analyzing verbs.

Which of the following is a common linking verb?

• run

• jump

• eat

• seem

In the sentence 'The gray dog looked angry', what type of verb is 'looked'?

• Action verb

• Linking verb

• Adjective

• Noun

Which sentence shows 'looked' as an action verb?

• The gray dog looked angry

• The pirate looked for the treasure map

• The pirate was angry

• The dog seemed angry

What can replace 'looked' in 'The pirate looked for the treasure map' to maintain the meaning?

• was

• is

• seemed

• searched

In which sentence is 'appeared' used as a linking verb?

• Superman appeared from the sky

• Hope and Gracie appeared happy

• Hope and Gracie seemed happy

• Superman arrived from the sky

Which action verb can substitute 'appeared' in 'Superman appeared from the sky'?

• seemed

• emerged

• was

• are

What type of verb connects the subject to more information?

• Action verb

• Adverb

• Adjective

• Linking verb

Which verb indicates physical movement or mental action?

• are

• run

• is

• seem

What clue helps determine if a verb is acting as a linking verb?

• It modifies a noun

• It can be replaced with other linking verbs

• It shows action

• It describes a state

Which of the following is NOT a linking verb?

• is

• think

• were

• seem