Linking and helping verbs examples

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Is had a linking verb

Identifying Verbs
Underline the verb or verb phrase in each sentence. On the line to the right, label the verb A for
action or L for linking. If the sentence also has a helping verb, underline it and add the label H to the
line to the right.
Samples: — My family likes the zoo in our city.

A
The kangaroos will be safe inside their mothers’ pouches. La
1.

Is been a linking verb

The kangaroos hop across the fields. A
2. ladmire the big cats for their grace and power. A
3. The monkeys easily swing from one tree to another. A
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Linking verb examples

The restless monkeys often sound noisy. L
5. The prairie dogs scurry in and out of their holes in the ground. A
6. Their movements are rapid. L
7. The koala bears have climbed the eucalyptus tree. A,H
8. The peacock seemed more beautiful than before.

L
9. Inthe rain forest display at the zoo, the birds looked strange and exotic. L
10. The goats in the children’s zoo are hoping for treats. A,H
11. Panda bears are rare.

Is have a linking verb or helping verb

Is should a linking verb

Is has a helping verb

Is been a linking verb

Linking verb examples

L
12.Soon the hippopotamus will emerge from the murky water. A,H
13. The hippopotamus can hold its breath for along time. A

is should a linking or helping verb

is might a linking or helping verb