To solve this task, we need to identify the linking verbs in each sentence. A linking verb connects the subject of a sentence to additional information about that subject. Let's go through each sentence one by one:
1.
Chantel and Floyd are very excited about the play.
- The word "are" links the subject "Chantel and Floyd" to their state of being "very excited."
- Linking Verb:
are
2.
Our new diesel train is arriving at the station tomorrow.
- Here, "is" is part of the verb phrase "is arriving," which describes an action rather than linking the subject to more information.
- No linking verb here.
3.
Three parrot fish were happy and content in the tank.
- The word "were" links the subject "three parrot fish" to their states of being "happy and content."
- Linking Verb:
were
4.
The turkey soup mom made looked delicious.
- The word "looked" links the subject "the turkey soup mom made" to its description "delicious."
- Linking Verb:
looked
5.
My just waxed car appeared to shimmer in the moonlight.
- The word "appeared" links the subject "my just waxed car" to its description "to shimmer."
- Linking Verb:
appeared
6.
The beautiful red rose smelled sweet.
- The word "smelled" links the subject "the beautiful red rose" to its description "sweet."
- Linking Verb:
smelled
7.
Calliope, the new student, was happy to met new friends.
- The word "was" links the subject "Calliope, the new student" to her state of being "happy."
- Linking Verb:
was
8.
Our elementary school became the first to win the prize.
- The word "became" links the subject "our elementary school" to its new status "the first to win the prize."
- Linking Verb:
became
9.
Your new teddy bear feels soft and cuddly.
- The word "feels" links the subject "your new teddy bear" to its descriptions "soft and cuddly."
- Linking Verb:
feels
10.
My hunger grows as I smell the scents from the kitchen.
- The word "grows" links the subject "my hunger" to its increasing state.
- Linking Verb:
grows
Now, let's list the ten linking verbs identified:
Final Answer:
are, were, looked, appeared, smelled, was, became, feels, grows
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of linking verbs worksheet 5th grade.
