Action Action
Run Jump
VERB
g
Linkin
Linking
Seem
Action
Is, are
Swim
Previous Lesson:
Modals
Objectives:
1. Identify action verb and linking
verb in sentences.
2. Determine the function of action verb
and linking verb in sentences.
3. Use a wide range of action verb and
linking verb in expressing meaningful
ideas
4. Appreciate the importance of using
action verb and linking verb in expressing
meaningful idea.
Locate the verbs!
. She is a talented
1
singer, and she
performs on stage
every weekend.
Locate the verbs!
2. The roses smell
sweet, and their colors
look vibrant in the
garden.
Locate the verbs!
3. He feels tired after a
long day at work, but he
keeps pushing himself.
Locate the verbs!
4. The coffee tastes
bitter, and it gives me a jolt
of energy in the morning.
Locate the verbs!
5. They seem
excited about the
upcoming trip, and
they plan to explore
new places.
Locate the verbs!
6. The cat appears
content, and it naps
peacefully in the
sunbeam.
Locate the verbs!
7. The old book
smells musty, and
its pages crumble
easily.
Locate the verbs!
8. The music
sounds soothing,
and it relaxes me
after a stressful day.
Locate the verbs!
9. The cake tastes
delicious, and it
melts in your mouth.
Locate the verbs!
10. The student
appears confident during
the presentation, but
inside, he feels nervous.
What is Action Verb?
An action verb
describes an action.
Such as,
Break, Cry, Eat, Jump,
Kick, Run, Smile, Think
Examples of Action Verb in a sentence
1. Greg is kicking the ball now.
The action verb is Kicking. It
describes what Greg is doing.
2. The wind blows constantly in
Chicago.
The action verb is Blows. It
describes what the wind does.
What is Linking Verb
A linking verb links
(connects) the subject of
the sentence to
information about that
subject. Linking verbs do
not describe action.
What is Linking Verb
The following are always linking verbs:
To be: (is, am, are, was, were, etc.)
To become: (become, becomes, became, etc.)
To seem: (seemed, seeming, seems, etc.)
Examples of linking verbs that are
ALWAYS linking verbs in
sentences:
1. The ball is red.
” Is” links the subject “ball” to
information about that subject (that
it is red).
2. The children are smart.
“Are” connects the subject
“children” to information about that
subject (that they are smart).
Sample of verbs that are linking
verbs in some sentences, and
action verbs in other sentences:
Appear, Feel, Grow, Look, Prove,
Remain, Smell, Sound, Taste
Example: Appear
Jane appeared
uninjured after the
accident.
Sample of verbs that are linking
verbs in some sentences, and
action verbs in other sentences:
She feels lonely
as she looks at the
picture of her ex-
boyfriend.
Sample of verbs that are linking
verbs in some sentences, and
action verbs in other sentences:
1. He felt tired after
the practice.
2. She felt the
pouring rain on her
face.
Sample of verbs that are linking
verbs in some sentences, and
action verbs in other sentences:
1. He felt tired after
the practice.
2. She felt the
pouring rain on her
face.
Activity 1:
Determine whether the verb in each sentence is an action verb or a linking verb. Write
"A" for Action Verb and "L" for Linking Verb next to each sentence.
1. She sings beautifully.
2. The roses smelled sweet.
3. They were tired after the
long journey.
4. The chef prepared a
delicious meal.
5. The music sounds soothing.
Activity 1:
Determine whether the verb in each sentence is an action verb or a linking verb. Write
"A" for Action Verb and "L" for Linking Verb next to each sentence.
6. The children became excited
when they saw the fireworks.
7. He jumped over the hurdle.
8. The cake looks scrumptious.
9. The river flows gently.
10. The cat feels soft and
warm.
