Action Verbs Zach And Payton

What is an action verb? Any verb that modifies a noun to make it physically do something.

Example 1- The cat ran quickly. In this sentence RAN is an action verb because it modifies the noun CAT and makes it perform an action.

Don’t do this! 1- The cat is orange. IS is a verb in this sentence but IT IS NOT an action verb. It is a linking verb connecting cat and orange.

Transitive VS Intransitive What’s the difference? - Transitive is when the action verb comes before the object that is receiving the action. - Intransitive is when the action verb comes after the noun that it modifies and it is not followed by an object.

Examples 1- I cleaned the windows yesterday. 2- The girl cried quietly.

Now You Try 1- We enjoy teaching the class. T or IT 2- George screamed wildly. T or IT 3- Payton plays the drums. T or IT

Strong Action Verbs It is important to use strong action verbs in your writing career. Example: Zach ran. Stronger action verbs: - Sprinted, chased, dashed, darted

Replace the Action Verb! 1- Mrs. Gray yelled angrily at Green Class. 2- Payton jumped majestically. 3- The airplane flew high in the sky. 4- The dog walked across the street.

Formative Assessment  Everyone take out a piece of paper.  Copy down the following sentences.  Circle the action verb  Draw an arrow to the object performing the action.  Decide whether it is Transitive or Intransitive.  Replace the current action verb with a stronger action verb.

Formative Assessment You have 5 min to complete this activity! GO! 1- The dog’s collar jingled as it walked. 2- I opened the refrigerator. 3- He drove to school. 4- She looked around the corner. 5- George dropped his books. 6- He yelled angrily.