Gerunds vs. Infinitives

Gerunds vs. Infinitives

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English

12th Grade

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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.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an infinitive?

Back

An infinitive is the base form of a verb, usually preceded by 'to', that can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the gerund in the sentence: 'Swimming in the ocean has always been Sharon's passion.'

Back

'Swimming' is the gerund.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the infinitive in the sentence: 'I would like to come to the party with you.'

Back

'to come' is the infinitive.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In the sentence 'He is hunting the rhinos.', is 'hunting' a gerund or an infinitive?

Back

'Hunting' is not a gerund; it is a present participle used as part of the verb phrase.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Complete the sentence with the correct form: 'I am learning __________ (SPEAK) English.'

Back

'to speak' is the correct form.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When do we use gerunds?

Back

Gerunds are used as subjects, objects, or complements in a sentence.

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