subject complement

English as a Second Language English Vocabulary, Grammar and Idioms
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Hi. Are these subject complements? 1) Some people may feel frustrated and powerless. 2) Every one agrees that it is a terrible problem.

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Hello,

I believe that you are 100% correct.

  1. People (subject) = frustrated and powerless.

  2. It (subject of noun clause) = a terrible problem.

As you can see, in No. 1, the equals symbol is represented by the verb “may feel.”

In No. 2, the equals symbol is represented by the verb “is.”

Both “may feel” and “is” in your sentences are LINKING verbs, so their complements are – as you said – subjective complements.

Sincerely yours,

James