- A complete predicate is the main verb (action) along with all of its modifiers.
- A simple predicate (verb) is the main word or phrase that tells something about the subject (doer) of the sentence.
The complete predicate is italicized in these sentences.
- Each of the seven contestants will be flying to Los Angeles next week.
- The talented mechanic fixed our car yesterday afternoon.
- My sister, a hairdresser, studied hard for her state licensing examinations.
- Can you recall his name?
The simple predicate is italicized in these sentences.
- Izzy roamed the neighborhood last night.
- The students cheered loudly for our lacrosse team.
- Youngsters really enjoy that activity.
- Will he star in the school play?
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