How do I identify the verb in a sentence?

In the English language, a verb is a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being. To identify the verb in a sentence, ask yourself "What is happening?" For example, in the sentence "The cat jumped over the fence," the word "jumped" is the verb as it expresses the action. In Grade 7 language classes in South Africa, students learn about identifying verbs to understand sentence structure and grammar. By recognizing verbs, students can effectively express actions and emotions in their writing.