Gerunds

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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.

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Give an example of a gerund in a sentence.

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

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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.

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

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

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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.'

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The gerund is 'Jogging.'

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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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What is the difference between a gerund and a present participle?

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A gerund functions as a noun, while a present participle functions as an adjective or part of a verb tense.

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Identify the gerund in the sentence: 'His favorite hobby is painting.'

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The gerund is 'painting.'

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What is the gerund phrase in the sentence: 'I enjoy reading books before bed.'

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The gerund phrase is 'reading books before bed.'