Definitions
What is an Action Verb?
Playing
Action Verb
The dog ran across the yard.
Ran
My grandfather was a mischievous boy.
Was
What is a Linking Verb?
A verb that describes the subject by connecting it to a predicate.
Is
Linking Verb
The cat sat by the window.
Sat
William’s mom is a doctor
Is
Give an example of an action verb
Write, run, walk, laugh, smile
Are
Linking Verb
In the summer, we will swim in our pool.
Swim
Jack and Milo were tired.
Were
Give an example of a linking verb
Is, am, are, was, were
Driving
Action Verb
She left in a hurry.
Left
I am your teacher.
Am