Dead Verbs

What Are Dead Verbs?•They do not show action.

Herman was a lazy dog.

Herman is a very lazy dog.

•They are weak.What Are Dead Verbs?

Harry is unable to carry his own papers.

What Are Dead Verbs?

•They are boring.

Tony’s eyes are very heavy.

What Makes Verbs Interesting?

•Excitement

Helga tossed her papers into the air as the bell rang.

What Makes Verbs Interesting?

•Action

George raced aroundthe track and jumped the hurdles to victory!

What Are Dead Verbs?am have feelsare is looksbe was soundshad were smellshas acts seemsbecomes

How Can Dead Verb Sentences be Fixed?

The professor’s classroom was crowded

with chattering students.

linking verbsubject

prepositional phrase

How Can Dead Verb Sentences be Fixed?

Chattering students crowded the

professor’s classroom.

action verbsubject

direct object

Good Writing

Action-filled sentences paints a picture of the author asa mature and sophisticated writer.

Remember- - dead verbs lack - - SPIRIT.

Dead Verbs

Dead Verbs