5th Grade Action Verbs Worksheets and Activities

What is the difference between an action verb and a linking verb? A linking verb links the subject to words describing the subject (linking verbs do not describe action). An action verb describes what the subject does. Worksheet instructions: Circle the verb in each sentence. Then, write “A” for an action verb and “L” for linking verb.

A linking verb links the subject to words describing the subject (linking verbs do not describe action). An action verb describes what the subject does. Worksheet instructions: Circle the verb in each sentence. Then, write “A” for an action verb and “L” for linking verb.

Remember, verbs can either show action or link the subject to more information. Action verbs describe what the subject does, while linking verbs connect the subject to a description or state of being (e.g., The car is green). Common linking verbs include is, am, are, was, and were. In this worksheet, students will identify and classify verbs as either action verbs or linking verbs. Worksheet instructions: Circle the verb in each sentence. Then determine whether it’s an action verb or a linking verb.

Verbs can either show action or link the subject to more information. Action verbs describe what the subject does, while linking verbs connect the subject to a description or state of being (e.g., The car is red). Common linking verbs include is, am, are, was, and were. In this worksheet, students will identify and classify verbs as either action verbs or linking verbs. Worksheet instructions: Circle the verb in each sentence. Then determine whether it’s an action verb or a linking verb.