Action and Linking Verbs
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Action Verbs
Linking Verbs
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Action Verbs
Where the action happens
Action verbs
An action verb explains what the subject of the sentence does, is doing, or has done. They will attract more attention to your sentences, and this is why we prefer them when writing.
Linking Verbs
Describe and identify
Linking Verbs
Linking verbs connects the subject to the rest of the sentence.
When you are done...
When you finish watching both videos, go to your English project class and complete the Writing Journal activity 1 "Action verbs VS. Linking verbs"
Powerful Verbs
The real action
What is the big deal?
Strong verbs show actions that your reader can easily imagine. This is why we will always prefer to use strong action verbs when writing.
The Verb "To Be"
"To be" verbs (am, is, are, was, were, etc) are weak verbs because they do not show action.
Verb + adverb
Sometimes we use adverbs to describe our verbs and liven up our sentences. However, try using a stronger verb instead:
Writing Powerful Sentences
Drag the elements into the correct box, capture your screen and upload it to the assignment Activity 2: Powerful Action Verbs.
Use the verb "to be" and add descriptors.
List all verb and ask if they are strong enough and reveal your topic
Use nouns to describe actions.
Use a weak verb and add adverbs.
Describe actions using verbs, not nouns.
Use a thesaurus and look up synonyms.
Bonus Video
Thank you!
I am looking forward to reading your sentences!
Session 2: Action and Linking Verbs
Carla Arrobo Peñaherrera
Created on March 11, 2022
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Action and Linking Verbs
Start
Choose an Image
Action Verbs
Linking Verbs
VS
Action Verbs
Where the action happens
Action verbs
An action verb explains what the subject of the sentence does, is doing, or has done. They will attract more attention to your sentences, and this is why we prefer them when writing.
Linking Verbs
Describe and identify
Linking Verbs
Linking verbs connects the subject to the rest of the sentence.
When you are done...
When you finish watching both videos, go to your English project class and complete the Writing Journal activity 1 "Action verbs VS. Linking verbs"
Powerful Verbs
The real action
What is the big deal?
Strong verbs show actions that your reader can easily imagine. This is why we will always prefer to use strong action verbs when writing.
The Verb "To Be"
"To be" verbs (am, is, are, was, were, etc) are weak verbs because they do not show action.
Verb + adverb
Sometimes we use adverbs to describe our verbs and liven up our sentences. However, try using a stronger verb instead:
Writing Powerful Sentences
Drag the elements into the correct box, capture your screen and upload it to the assignment Activity 2: Powerful Action Verbs.
Use the verb "to be" and add descriptors.
List all verb and ask if they are strong enough and reveal your topic
Use nouns to describe actions.
Use a weak verb and add adverbs.
Describe actions using verbs, not nouns.
Use a thesaurus and look up synonyms.
Bonus Video
Thank you!
I am looking forward to reading your sentences!