DGM Unit 7: Gerunds and Infinitives Review

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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 an infinitive?

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An infinitive is the base form of a verb, usually preceded by 'to' (e.g., 'to run').

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Identify the gerund phrase in the sentence: 'She enjoys reading books.'

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The gerund phrase is 'reading books.'

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What role does a gerund play in a sentence?

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A gerund can function as a subject, direct object, indirect object, or object of a preposition.

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Identify the infinitive in the sentence: 'He wants to play soccer.'

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The infinitive is 'to play.'

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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 phrase in the sentence: 'Running in the park is enjoyable.'

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The gerund phrase is 'Running in the park.'

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What is a predicate noun?

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A predicate noun is a noun that follows a linking verb and renames the subject.

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In the sentence 'Her favorite hobby is painting,' what is the gerund?

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The gerund is 'painting.'