What is verb for class 1?
What Is a Verb? | Definition, Types & Examples
A verb is a word that describes what the subject of a sentence is doing. Verbs can indicate (physical or mental) actions, occurrences, and states of being.
Intransitive verbs do not act on someone or something and therefore do not take a direct object.
While an intransitive verb does not take a direct object, it can be used along with an adverb or adverbial phrase (as can a transitive verb).
Examples: Intransitive verbs in a sentence Rita coughed.
Rita coughed loudly .
Rita coughed on me!
Some verbs are ditransitive, meaning they have two objects: a direct object and an indirect object (usually the person for whom the action is being performed).
Example: Direct and indirect object in a sentence Amira reads me a book .
Stative and dynamic verbs
Dynamic verbs (also called action verbs) describe specific, temporary actions or events (e.g., “eat,” “sleep,” “write”).
Examples: Dynamic verbs in a sentence Amy kicks the ball.
Lydia is running to school.
Stative verbs describe a state of being or perception (e.g., “she is,” “it seems,” “they belong”). They can also be used to describe a mental, emotional, or physical state (e.g., “I believe,” “you hear”).
Stative verbs are typically used for a state of being that is general or unchanging, so they can’t be used in the progressive (continuous) tense.
- Karl believes in himself.
- Karl is believing in himself.
Linking verbs
A linking verb (also called a copular verb) connects the subject of a sentence with a “subject complement” (i.e., a noun or adjective that describes it). Common linking verbs include the verbs “be,” “seem,” “become,” and “feel.”
Example: Linking verbs in a sentence Fionn is proud.
The pillow feels soft.
Most linking verbs can also be used as action verbs, describing a specific action rather than a state (e.g., “Sofie feels the pillow”).
Auxiliary verbs
Auxiliary verbs (also called helping verbs) include verbs such as “be,” “do,” and “have.” They’re used in combination with another (main) verb to modify its meaning. Auxiliary verbs can be used to indicate tense, mood, and voice. They’re also used to form negative statements when used with words such as “not” and “never.”
Auxiliary verbs must be conjugated for tense and person (e.g., “I am,” “she was”).
Example: Auxiliary verbs I am waiting.
Did you enjoy the meal?
The door was locked.
Alicia has not spoken to me for a week.
Modal verbs
Modal verbs are auxiliary verbs that are used along with another (main) verb to express ability, permission, possibility, necessity, or obligation. The main modal verbs are can, could, may, might, must, ought, shall, should, will, and would. Modal verbs do not change form.
Examples: Modal verbs in a sentence I can read Arabic and Hebrew.
Martin should speak a little louder.
Talia ought to perform at the talent show.
Phrasal verbs
A phrasal verb is a phrase made up of two or more words that acts as an individual verb. Phrasal verbs typically combine a verb with an adverb or preposition to create a meaning independent of the original words. For example, the verb “kick” and the preposition “off” combine to form the phrasal verb “kick off,” which means “begin.”
Example: Phrasal verb I’m going to move out next month.
Gerunds
A gerund is a noun that takes the present participle (“-ing”) form of a verb. Gerunds typically describe the same action as the verb from which they are formed.
Example: Gerund in a sentence Eating fruits and vegetables is good for you.
Other interesting language articles
If you want to know more about nouns, pronouns, verbs, and other parts of speech, make sure to check out some of our other language articles with explanations and examples.
Nouns & pronouns
- Common nouns
- Proper nouns
- Collective nouns
- Personal pronouns
- Uncountable and countable nouns
Verbs
- Verb tenses
- Phrasal verbs
- Sentence structure
- Active vs passive voice
- Subject-verb agreement
Action Verbs Worksheets
Capture imagination with our printable action verbs worksheets and help children in kindergarten, grade 1, grade 2, and grade 3 upgrade their action verb knowledge. Verbs that denote physical or mental actions, action verbs are words like eat, run, and dream. Transform kids into a bunch of magnetic verb geniuses with practice exercises like identifying action verbs, completing sentences with appropriate action verbs, circling pictures that describe action verbs, and coloring action verbs. Our free action verbs worksheet with answer key is a great place to start your journey!
Take off to a blistering action-verb flight with this printable action verb matching exercise, where a bunch of pictures are given, and kids in kindergarten match them to correct action verbs.
Cast around for words that are astir with action – run, walk, and so on. In this action verb exercise pdf, scan each set of words, circle the action verb, and write it. Enjoy a brisk action-verb hunt!
Identify action verbs with their overt behavior that can be observed and measured as in «bathe» and «snow». Here, children in grade 1 color action verbs amidst a set of words.
Let the action-excited children of 1st grade flex more of their repertoire with this part of our printable action verbs worksheets, where they cut a set of pictures and glue them above suitable action verbs.
This action verb exercise is completely off the beaten track. Given here are a bunch of pictures and their action verbs. Identify the verbs that describe the pictures. Write the number on the star to match.
Take in the meaning of an action verb by picturizing or visualizing the action in it! With children in grade 2 and grade 3 circling pictures that depict action verbs, this exercise is a hoot!
How helpful are action verbs! Watch the versatile action verbs help a dog reach home safe and sound in this pdf! Kids identify the action verbs and color them so the dog finds its way homeward.
Watch action verbs veer from fun to even more fun in this identifying action verbs worksheet! The task for kids here is to observe each picture and check the action verb that describes the action in it.
The charismatic verb stars in kindergarten and grade 1 will flourish in the company of this making sentences with action verbs worksheet, where they look at pictures, trace their action verbs, and write sentences using the action verbs.
Embark on this pdf with a lot more energy, for in this worksheet, action verbs do what they best enjoy doing — shine in sentences. Kids in 2nd grade and 3rd grade identify the action verb in each sentence.
Go «read» a storybook or «sing» in the choir with all your heart, for life would be so dull without action verbs. Observe the pictures and identify the correct action verbs that complete the sentences.
Thank pictures for they make learning action verbs easy! Here’s a task where kids complete the sentences with action verbs inspired from pictures. Write the question number on the picture to match.
Graduate from action-verb greenhorns who struggle to full-blown scholars who thrive! In this part of our printable worksheets on action verbs, write the -ing form of the action verb and complete each sentence.
Action verbs instantly and perfectly mesh with kids’ desire to express their actions. In this identifying action verbs exercise pdf, get children to read a set of sentences and highlight the action verbs in them.
There’s a word box full of action verbs. Kids are expected to complete each sentence using an appropriate action verb from the list. Modify and use singular/plural verbs for grammatical accuracy.
What is a Verb?
Students will be able to learn about verbs by watching a Schoolhouse Rock video, Verb, with its catchy tune, then see an instructional video on the definition of verbs and how they are used in sentences. Finally, students will be able to check their knowledge of verbs through games and online quizzes and apply their knowledge in their own writing.
Learning Objectives
Students will:
- Understand the definition of verbs.
- Understand the use of action verbs in a sentence.
- Apply their knowledge in their own writing.
Vocabulary
Vocabulary Words:
- Verb: A verb is any member of a class of words that function as the main elements of predicates, that typically express action, state, or a relation between two things, and that may be inflected for tense, aspect, voice, mood, and to show agreement with their subject or object.
Pre-planning
To prepare for this lesson:
- Watch the Schoolhouse Rock video, Verb, for the song.
- Watch the videos, “What is an Action Verb?” and Action Verbs.
- Play:
- Find the Verbs Battleship
- Balloon game
- Ice Cream Game
- Quiz (dropdown)
- First Grade Quiz
- Parts of Speech Sorting
Accommodations
See Accommodations Page and Charts on the 21things4students.net site in the Teacher Resources.
Steps
Directions for this activity:
- Introduction: Have students watch the Schoolhouse Rock video, Verb, for the song and informational videos, “What is an Action Verb?” and Action Verbs.
- Then have them apply their knowledge by playing games, doing assessments, and writing.
- Activity: Allow them to practice their learning by playing several games:
- Play:
- Find the Verbs Battleship
- Balloon game
- Ice Cream Game
- Two-player: Ninja Fighting Game
- Multi-player games: Multiplayer Basketball Game
- Play:
Assessment Options
Different options for assessing the students:
- Observations
- Check for understanding
- Do evaluations:
- Quiz (dropdown)
- First Grade Quiz
- Parts of Speech Sorting
MITECS Competencies & ISTE STANDARDS
MITECS: Michigan adopted the «ISTE Standards for Students» called MITECS (Michigan Integrated Technology Competencies for Students) in 2018.
Empowered Learner
1c. Students use technology to seek feedback that informs and improves their practice and to demonstrate their learning in a variety of ways.Creative Communicator
6c. Students communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively by creating or using a variety of digital objects such as visualizations, models or simulations.
6d.Students publish or present content that customizes the message and medium for their intended audiences.Devices and Resources
Device: PC, Chromebook, Mac, iPad
Browser: Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, ALL
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