Parts of Speech: Verbs Linking vs. Auxiliary Verbs

Question 1

Did you know that Suzy can eat ten pies in one sitting?

Accepted Answer

Auxiliary Verb

Question 2

The group should make its decision soon.

Accepted Answer

Auxiliary Verb

Question 3

The puppies seem irritated with all of the noise outside.

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Linking Verb:

Question 4

They will not be attending the assembly today.

Accepted Answer

Auxiliary Verb

Question 5

The students in Mr. Lewis’ science class are dreading the upcoming test.

Accepted Answer

Linking Verb

Question 6

In the afternoon, we are going to the mall to look for clothes for the dance.

Accepted Answer

Auxiliary Verb

Question 7

She is traveling to Europe this summer.

Accepted Answer

Auxiliary Verb

Question 8

After recess, the students should be exhausted.

Accepted Answer

Auxiliary Verb

Question 9

Did he do the homework that is due in Mrs. Avila’s class today?

Accepted Answer

Auxiliary Verb

Question 10

The old cheese in the refrigerator smells rotten.

Accepted Answer

Linking Verb

Question 11

Celia acted nervous when the teacher took their note.

Accepted Answer

Linking Verb

Question 12

The chickens in the farmer’s coop were very hungry.

Accepted Answer

Linking Verb

Question 13

The chocolate éclairs taste divin

Accepted Answer

Linking Verb

Question 14

She is happy.

Accepted Answer

Linking Verb

Question 15

The soccer players look exhausted.

Accepted Answer

Linking verb

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