What is the main verb of this sentence?

My pocket book collection can be read anytime during travel.

He gifted me a signed copy of his new book.

He is receiving a basic living stipend.

Since he started his new job, he's been lively as if he were a fish back in water.

In response to his actions, I felt anger and showed an inevitable reaction.

Unable to bear the pain, he had no choice but to scream.

He had a narrow escape in that accident.

He defeated the enemy using a two-sword style.

His painting expresses pure beauty.