Which word in the sentence is the predicate nominative? Houston is the largest city in the state of Texas.

a. city

b. state

c. Houston

d. Texas

a. city

Predicate nominative is a word that reinstate the subject and is followed by a linking verb, in this case.

Examples.

1. Ben will be the best - leader - for the group.

a. Leader is the predicate nominative

2. The principal's voice is the - sound - of authority.

a. sound

3. My friend Sally is the best - florist - in town.

a. florist