Action verbs are words that show what someone or something is doing. They're like the engine that drives a sentence! Instead of just saying "The cat is," we can say "The cat sleeps," and suddenly we have action! Recognizing and using action verbs correctly makes your writing more exciting and clear.
In this worksheet, we'll practice identifying and using action verbs. Get ready to jump into action!
Match the action verb with its definition:
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Jump | A. To move quickly on your feet |
| 2. Read | B. To look at and understand words |
| 3. Sing | C. To use your voice to make music |
| 4. Eat | D. To propel yourself off the ground |
| 5. Run | E. To put food into your mouth and swallow it |
Fill in the blanks with an appropriate action verb from the word bank below:
Word Bank: (play, write, cook, watch, draw)
Imagine you are an animal. Describe three things you like to do using action verbs. For example, "I like to hunt for mice."
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