English Class 1 - Verbs Notes

Verbs

Welcome to the chapter on Verbs for Class 1. In this chapter, you will learn what verbs are, how to use them in sentences, and why they are important in English. By the end of this chapter, you will be able to spot and use verbs easily!

Introduction

Verbs are action words. They tell us what someone or something is doing. Every sentence needs a verb!

What are Verbs?

Verbs show actions or what is happening. They can also tell us about being or having.

• run
• jump
• eat
• sleep
• is, am, are (being verbs)
• have, has (having verbs)

Examples of Verbs in Sentences

• The dog runs.
• She jumps high.
• I eat an apple.
• We are happy.
• He has a toy.

Fun Activity: Act It Out!

Choose a verb and act it out. Let your friends or family guess the action word!

Summary

• Verbs are action words.
• They tell us what someone or something is doing.
• Every sentence needs a verb.

Practice Questions

1. Circle the verb: The cat sleeps.
2. Underline the verb: He runs fast.
3. Fill in the blank with a verb: She _______ a song.
4. Write a sentence using the verb "jump".
5. What is the verb in this sentence? "Birds fly."

Challenge Yourself

• Write three sentences using different verbs.
• List five action words you do every day.

Did You Know?

• Some verbs show actions you cannot see, like "think" or "feel".
• "Is", "am", and "are" are also verbs!

Glossary

• Verb: An action word.
• Action: Something you do.
• Sentence: A group of words that tells a complete idea.

Answers to Practice Questions

1. sleeps
2. runs
3. (Any verb, e.g., sings)
4. (Example: I jump high.)
5. fly

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Use verbs to show action and make your sentences lively!