I really don’t know this answer and I need point so I’ll get friend friend in to help you sooooo
I don't think its necessary. do you?
is, am, were, was, are, be - the list is quite extenstive and depends on the sentence they are in.
Linking verbs connect a subject to a predicate adjective or predicate noun - they do not show action.
Answer:
1) Family - Authority or Status
2)Club - Elected
3)Athletic Team - Skills
4)Study Group - Ability to influence
