-ing forms and Infinitives

-ing forms and Infinitives

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English

5th - 9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an infinitive?

Back

An infinitive is the base form of a verb, usually preceded by 'to'. For example, 'to run', 'to eat', 'to study'.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an -ing form of a verb?

Back

The -ing form of a verb is created by adding 'ing' to the base form of the verb. For example, 'running', 'eating', 'studying'.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When do we use infinitives?

Back

Infinitives are used after certain verbs, adjectives, and nouns. For example, 'I want to play', 'It is important to study'.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When do we use -ing forms?

Back

We use -ing forms after certain verbs, prepositions, and as subjects or objects in sentences. For example, 'I enjoy swimming', 'She is good at dancing'.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a sentence using an infinitive.

Back

I need to finish my homework.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a sentence using an -ing form.

Back

They love playing soccer.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between 'to help' and 'helping'?

Back

'To help' is an infinitive used to express intention, while 'helping' is an -ing form used to describe an action in progress.

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