Verbs form the foundation of every complete sentence. But understanding what type of verb you’re using—be it helping, linking, transitive, dynamic, or irregular—can transform your grammar skills from good to great. This Verb Classification Quiz is designed to help you identify and classify different types of verbs in context.
It’s ideal for ESL learners, students, English grammar lovers, or anyone preparing for English proficiency exams. You can take this quiz online or print it for classroom use.
Verb Classification Quiz
Read and practice also: Irregular Verbs Quizzes
Linking, Intransitive, and Transitive Verbs Quiz
Examples and Exercises of the Verb Classification Quiz
Choose the correct answer from the three options provided for each question.
1. The grocery clerk will carry your bags out for you.
a) helping verb
b) main verb
c) linking verb
2. The mail arrived after I left.
a) transitive verb
b) helping verb
c) intransitive verb
3. I have already done my homework.
a) regular verb
b) irregular verb
c) stative verb
4. That book you recommended sounds interesting.
a) linking verb
b) non-linking verb
c) helping verb
5. I prefer cream rather than milk.
a) dynamic verb
b) stative verb
c) irregular verb
6. Jerry studies for three hours every day.
a) helping verb
b) transitive verb
c) main verb
7. We looked at all of the art in the museum.
a) regular verb
b) irregular verb
c) linking verb
8. Would you take a picture for us?
a) transitive verb
b) intransitive verb
c) helping verb
9. I don’t want to fight about who gets the car.
a) dynamic verb
b) stative verb
c) linking verb
10. I have had this phone for two years.
a) helping verb
b) main verb
c) stative verb
Answers to all quizzes about verb classification
- b (main verb)
- C (intransitive verb)
- b (irregular verb)
- a (linking verb)
- b (stative verb)
- C (main verb)
- b (irregular verb)
- a (transitive verb)
- b (stative verb)
- a (helping verb)
Why Learn Verb Classifications?
Classifying verbs helps you better understand how English sentences work. It improves your grammar usage, enables better sentence construction, and makes you more fluent in written and spoken communication.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is a helping verb?
A helping verb (also called an auxiliary verb) assists the main verb to form different tenses or moods. Examples include is, have, can, will, etc.
How is a linking verb different from an action verb?
Linking verbs connect the subject to more information but do not show action. Example: She is happy. In contrast, action verbs show what the subject does (e.g., She runs).
What’s the key difference between transitive and intransitive verbs?
Transitive verbs need a direct object (e.g., She reads a book), while intransitive verbs do not (e.g., He sleeps).
Are stative and dynamic verbs interchangeable?
No. Stative verbs describe states or conditions (know, believe, own), while dynamic verbs describe actions or processes (run, write, eat).
Can a verb be irregular and also transitive?
Yes, a verb can belong to more than one classification. For example, give is both irregular and transitive.
Conclusion
Understanding verb types isn’t just a grammar exercise—it’s a tool that enhances your communication and writing skills. Use this Verb Classification Quiz to reinforce your knowledge and identify areas for improvement. With regular practice, mastering verb usage becomes simple and intuitive.
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