Which is the best definition of the term action verb?A.A verb that links two words togetherB.A verb that shows something happeningC.A verb that takes a present participleD.A verb that defines another verbSUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Match the following dictionary definitions with the grammatical concepts:An idea suggested by a word in addition to its main meaning. The act of naming something with a word. The form of a verb used when the subject is affected by the action of the verb. The form of a verb in which the subject is the thing/person that performs the action.

Which best explains how action verbs make writing stronger?A.Action verbs suggest clear, specific actions that the reader can picture.B.Action verbs provide a subject for sentences that do not have one.C.Action verbs connect words to each other without carrying their own meaning.D.Action verbs identify certain words by their relationship to other words.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

A verb that transfers its action to an object is called ___________ . A)    a transitive verb B)    an intransitive verb C)    either one, depending on the sentence D)    none of the above

Which best explains what a linking verb does?A.A linking verb implies an action without directly showing it.B.A linking verb presents an action done by the subject to the object.C.A linking verb connects a noun with another word that modifies it.D.A linking verb carries a specific meaning regardless of the context.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Fill the blanks with the correct answers.A verb is called __________ when it is used with a __________ to complete its meaning. A)    intransitive, direct object B)    transitive, direct object C)    intransitive, indirect object