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Gerunds and Function of Gerunds (Practice)

Gerunds and Function of Gerunds (Practice)

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English

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a gerund?

Back

A gerund is a form of a verb that ends in -ing and functions as a noun.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the gerund in the following sentence: 'Swimming is my favorite hobby.'

Back

Swimming

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What function can a gerund serve in a sentence?

Back

A gerund can serve as a subject, direct object, subject complement, or object of a preposition.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the function of the gerund in the sentence: 'I enjoy reading books.'

Back

Direct Object

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the gerund in the following sentence: 'He is interested in learning new languages.'

Back

learning

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the function of the gerund in the sentence: 'She left without saying goodbye.'

Back

Object of Preposition

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the gerund in the sentence: 'Running helps me stay fit.'

Back

Running

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