What is a gerund?
Gerund

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A gerund is a verb form that ends in -ing and functions as a noun in a sentence.
2.
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How does a gerund function in a sentence?
Back
A gerund can function as a subject, object, or complement in a sentence.
3.
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Identify the gerund in the sentence: 'Swimming is fun.'
Back
The gerund is 'Swimming'.
4.
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What is the function of the gerund in the sentence: 'She enjoys reading books.'?
Back
The gerund 'reading' functions as the object of the verb 'enjoys'.
5.
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Fill in the blank with a gerund: 'I am interested in ______ (learn) new languages.'
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learning.
6.
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Which of the following is a gerund: 'to run' or 'running'?
Back
'running' is a gerund.
7.
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What is the gerund in the sentence: 'He is good at drawing.'?
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The gerund is 'drawing'.
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