Gerunds
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English
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8th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a gerund?
Back
A gerund is a verb form that ends in -ing and functions as a noun in a sentence.
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CCSS.L.8.1A
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you identify a gerund in a sentence?
Back
Look for a verb ending in -ing that acts as a noun.
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CCSS.L.8.1A
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the gerund in the sentence: 'Swimming is fun.'?
Back
Swimming.
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CCSS.L.8.1A
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Can gerunds be the subject of a sentence?
Back
Yes, gerunds can act as the subject of a sentence.
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CCSS.L.8.1A
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the gerund in the sentence: 'I enjoy reading books.'?
Back
Reading.
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CCSS.L.8.1A
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Do gerunds have tense?
Back
No, gerunds do not have tense; they are always in the -ing form.
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CCSS.L.8.1A
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between a gerund and a present participle?
Back
A gerund functions as a noun, while a present participle functions as an adjective or part of a verb tense.
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CCSS.L.8.1A
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