Read the sentences.

The course seems difficult, but the skiers enjoy the challenge. The crowd cheers loudly as each skier crosses the finish line.

Which verb is the linking verb in the sentences?

A.
crosses

B.
cheers

C.
seems

D.
enjoy

1 answer

The linking verb in the sentences is:

C. seems

Linking verbs connect the subject to a subject complement, often describing the subject or providing more information about it. In this case, "seems" connects "the course" to "difficult."