Subject
* What or who is performing the action? The subject is the noun or pronoun that is the main focus of the sentence.
* Example: *The dog* barked loudly. (The dog is the subject, performing the action of barking)
Verb
* The action or state of being. The verb describes what the subject is doing or experiencing.
* Example: The dog *barked* loudly. (Barked is the verb, showing the action the dog performs)
Key Points
* Every complete sentence needs a subject and a verb.
* The verb usually comes after the subject.
* The subject can be a single word or a phrase.
* The verb can be one word or a verb phrase (multiple words that act as a unit).
Examples
* The cat *slept* peacefully on the couch. (Subject = cat, Verb = slept)
* My friend *is writing* a novel. (Subject = friend, Verb = is writing)
* The flowers *are blooming* in the garden. (Subject = flowers, Verb = are blooming)
* The children *played* happily in the park. (Subject = children, Verb = played)
Remember: Understanding the subject and verb is crucial for writing clear and grammatically correct sentences.