What is a gerund?
Gerunds

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8th Grade
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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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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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What is a gerund phrase?
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A gerund phrase includes a gerund and any modifiers or objects associated with it.
4.
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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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What role does a gerund play in a sentence?
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A gerund can act as a subject, object, or complement in a sentence.
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Identify the gerund in the sentence: 'Jogging helps me stay fit.'
Back
The gerund is 'Jogging.'
7.
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Identify the gerund phrase: 'Playing video games can be a fun way to relax.'
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The gerund phrase is 'Playing video games.'
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