Verbs - Expanded Class Notes with Worksheets
Definition
Verbs are words that show action, occurrence, or state of being.
Examples
Examples: run, jump, is, become.
Guided Discovery
Look at the sentences: 1. She runs every morning. 2. They are happy. 3. The baby sleeps. Q:
Which words show an action or state of being?
Worksheet
Task 1: Highlight the verbs. 1. The teacher explains the lesson. 2. I am tired. 3. They played football
yesterday. Task 2: Write 3 sentences using action verbs and 2 using linking verbs.
Extended Practice
Write 10 sentences that include a variety of action and linking verbs. Underline the verbs.
Reflection Questions
How do verbs give life to a sentence? Can a sentence exist without a verb?