Gerunds

Gerunds

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English

8th Grade

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1.

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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.

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Front

Give an example of a gerund in a sentence.

Back

In the sentence 'Swimming is fun,' 'swimming' is the gerund.

3.

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Front

What is a gerund phrase?

Back

A gerund phrase includes a gerund and any modifiers or objects associated with it.

4.

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Front

Identify the gerund phrase: 'Eating ice cream on a hot day is refreshing.'

Back

The gerund phrase is 'Eating ice cream on a hot day.'

5.

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Front

What role does a gerund play in a sentence?

Back

A gerund can act as a subject, object, or complement in a sentence.

6.

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Front

Identify the gerund in the sentence: 'Jogging helps me stay fit.'

Back

The gerund is 'Jogging.'

7.

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Front

Identify the gerund phrase: 'Playing video games can be a fun way to relax.'

Back

The gerund phrase is 'Playing video games.'

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