When to use the verb "to be"

The verb "to be" is used in these common contexts:

Feelings: How are you?
Age: He is 12 years old
Identity: He is my son
Qualities: Cheetah is the fastest land animal
Events: The parade was on Thursday
Cost: How much is this frame?
Numbers: two plus two is four
Jobs: She is a dentist
Nationality: They are Spanish
Possession: This house is mine

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