2. SUBJECT COMPLEMENT
is a noun, pronoun, or adjective
that appears with a linking verb
and tells something about the
subject of the sentence
3. Predicate Nominative
is a noun or pronoun, that appears
with a linking verb and renames,
identifies, or explains the subject of the
sentence.
The word nominative comes from the Latin word
nomen meaning “name”. The words pronoun and noun are
also derived from nomen.
4. EXAMPLES
In the following examples, subjects are
underlined once, linking verbs twice,
and predicate nominatives are
labeled.
PN
Hazel Cesa became a famous author.
5. EXAMPLES
PN
The best person for the job is you.
PN PN
Two of spring’s flowers are crocuses and tulips.
6. EXAMPLES
PN PN
Our nominee might be either Andrew or Nika.
PN
Ariane remained an athlete in spite of her illness.
7. EXAMPLES
Bob’s idea for the assembly seems the best.
The winning essay will be the one with
the most originality.
Josh Hutcherson is an American film and
television actor.
Gold and silver are valuable metals.
