Linking verbs connect the subject of a sentence to a word that describes or renames it. They don't show action like running or jumping. Instead, they link the subject to more information about it. The most common linking verbs are forms of the verb 'to be': is, are, was, were, and am. Remember, these verbs help tell us what something is, rather than what it does.
For example, in the sentence 'The sky is blue,' the word 'is' links the subject 'sky' to the adjective 'blue,' which describes it. Get ready to practice identifying and using these important verbs!
Match the terms to their definitions:
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Subject | A. A word that describes a noun. |
| 2. Linking Verb | B. Connects the subject to a word that describes or renames it. |
| 3. Predicate Noun | C. Tells who or what performs the action. |
| 4. Predicate Adjective | D. A noun that renames the subject. |
| 5. Verb | E. A word that expresses an action or state of being. |
Write the correct letter next to each term:
Complete the paragraph by filling in the blanks with the correct linking verb (is, are, was, were, am):
Today _____ a beautiful day. The birds _____ singing, and the sun _____ shining brightly. Yesterday, it _____ rainy, but now everything _____ perfect. I _____ so happy to be outside!
Write your answer in complete sentences.
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