Grammar - Predicate Nominatives and Predicate Adjectives

Predicate nominatives tie sentences together by renaming the subject. It is a noun that follows a linking verb or a “to be” verb. Conversely, predicate adjectives modify the subject, and typically follow a linking verb. As you saw from your exploration of the topic, predicate nominatives and predicate adjectives are critical components to poetry; but as you continue studying English, notice how they support all types of writing and sentence structures.