Verbals

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What is a gerund?

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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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Provide an example of a gerund in a sentence.

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"Swimming is my favorite hobby."

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What is a participle?

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A participle is a verb form that can function as an adjective, typically ending in -ing (present participle) or -ed (past participle).

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Provide an example of a participle in a sentence.

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"The broken window was fixed by the handyman."

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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 (gerund, participle, or infinitive) and functions as a noun, adjective, or adverb.

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What role does a gerund play in a sentence?

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A gerund functions as a noun, which can be a subject, object, or complement.

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What role does a participle play in a sentence?

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A participle functions as an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun.

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Identify the verbal in the following sentence: "Running fast is essential for winning races."

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The verbal is "Running," which is a gerund.

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Identify the participial phrase in the following sentence: "The dog barking loudly kept me awake all night."

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The participial phrase is "barking loudly."

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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.