What is a gerund?
Gerunds Practice

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A gerund is a verb form that ends in -ing and functions as a noun in a sentence.
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How is a gerund formed?
Back
A gerund is formed by adding -ing to the base form of a verb.
3.
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In the sentence 'Shirley is excited about going to her friend's house this weekend,' what is the gerund?
Back
The gerund is 'going'.
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What part of speech does a gerund function as in a sentence?
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A gerund functions as a noun in a sentence.
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What is the present participle?
Back
The present participle is the form of a verb that ends in -ing and is used in forming continuous tenses.
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Can a gerund be the subject of a sentence? Provide an example.
Back
Yes, a gerund can be the subject of a sentence. Example: 'Swimming is my favorite hobby.'
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What is the difference between a gerund and a present participle?
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A gerund functions as a noun, while a present participle functions as an adjective or part of a verb tense.
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