Gerunds

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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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How do you identify a gerund in a sentence?

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Look for a verb ending in -ing that acts as a noun.

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What is the gerund in the sentence: 'Swimming is fun.'?

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Swimming.

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Can gerunds be the subject of a sentence?

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Yes, gerunds can act as the subject of a sentence.

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What is the gerund in the sentence: 'I enjoy reading books.'?

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Reading.

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Do gerunds have tense?

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No, gerunds do not have tense; they are always in the -ing form.

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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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What is the gerund in the sentence: 'He is interested in learning new languages.'?

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Learning.

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Can gerunds be used after prepositions?

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Yes, gerunds can follow prepositions.

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What is the gerund in the sentence: 'Her favorite hobby is painting.'?

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Painting.