Verbals

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What is a verbal phrase?

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A verbal phrase is a phrase that begins with a verb form and functions as a different part of speech, such as a noun, adjective, or adverb.

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What are the three main types of verbals?

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The three main types of verbals are gerunds, participles, and infinitives.

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Define a gerund and provide an example.

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A gerund is a verb form ending in -ing that functions as a noun. Example: 'Swimming is fun.'

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Define a participle and provide an example.

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A participle is a verb form that can function as an adjective. It can end in -ing or -ed (or -en). Example: 'The broken window was fixed.'

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What is an infinitive and how is it formed?

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An infinitive is the base form of a verb preceded by 'to.' Example: 'to run'.

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What is a participial phrase?

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A participial phrase consists of a participle and any modifiers or complements. It acts as an adjective. Example: 'The dog barking loudly is mine.'

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What is a gerund phrase?

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A gerund phrase consists of a gerund and any modifiers or complements. It acts as a noun. Example: 'Running in the morning is refreshing.'

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What is an infinitive phrase?

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An infinitive phrase consists of an infinitive and any modifiers or complements. It can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb. Example: 'To win the game is my goal.'

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How can you identify a participial phrase in a sentence?

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A participial phrase can often be identified by looking for a verb form ending in -ing or -ed that describes a noun.

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What is the function of a gerund in a sentence?

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A gerund functions as a noun in a sentence.