Gerunds, Participles, & Infinitives

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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. Example: 'Swimming is fun.'

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What is a participle?

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A participle is a verb form that can function as an adjective. It can be present (ending in -ing) or past (usually ending in -ed). Example: 'The broken window needs repair.'

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What is an infinitive?

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An infinitive is the base form of a verb, often preceded by 'to'. Example: 'To run is healthy.'

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Identify the gerund in the sentence: 'Reading helps you learn.'

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Reading.

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Identify the participle in the sentence: 'The crying baby needs attention.'

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Crying.

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Identify the infinitive in the sentence: 'She wants to travel the world.'

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To travel.

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What is the function of a gerund in a sentence?

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A gerund functions as a noun.

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What is the function of a participle in a sentence?

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A participle functions as an adjective.

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What is the function of an infinitive in a sentence?

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An infinitive can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb.

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Provide an example of a gerund phrase.

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Example: 'Running in the park is enjoyable.'