Direct Verbs
Which of these is an effect of using direct verbs?
a. the sentence changes from past tense to present
b. the sentence has more detail
c. the sentence is more straightforward
c. the sentence is more straightforward
Name an effect of using precise verbs.
Answers may include...
Used to describe or narrate
Adds to imagery
More vivid and lively descriptions
Allows for more specificity
Which of these sentences presents an active verb?
The history exam was passed by Mark.
Mark passed the history exam.
What is "Mark passed the history exam."
This is an example of which verb type?
She placed the phone down harshly on the table. ->
She slammed the phone down harshly on the table.
Precise Verb
He listens to the radio.
What is the direct verb in this sentence?
listens
Replace "ran" in the following sentence with a more precise verb. Best sentence wins.
Jordan ran toward the finish line as fast as he could.
Ex. sprinted, darted, bolted, charged, zipped, etc.
Change this passive sentence to one with an active verb.
A safety video is required to be watched by the staff every year.
What is "The staff is required to watch a safety video every year."
This is an example of which verb type?
The sandwich is eaten by him. ->
He eats the sandwich.
Active Verb
Maddie was gaining strength in her right leg.
How would you change this sentence to one with a direct verb?
a. The strength in Maddie's right leg was gaining.
b. Maddie's right leg was strong.
c. Maddie was exceeding in strength in her right leg.
b. Maddie’s right leg was strong.
Replace 'ate' in the following sentence with a more precise verb. Best sentence wins.
He ate the steak quickly, as if it was his last.
Ex. devoured, demolished, consumed.
What is the difference between precise verbs and active verbs?
What is...
Precise verbs: more descriptive verbs that replace weaker or broader ones
Active verbs: verbs with an active voice that creates an easy-to-picture subject
This is an example of which verb type?
She wants to be a dancer. -> She wants to dance.
Direct Verb