Gerunds and Function of Gerunds Flashcard

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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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Identify the gerund in the sentence: 'Swimming is fun.'

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Swimming.

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What is the function of a gerund in a sentence?

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

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Identify the gerund in the sentence: 'I enjoy reading books.'

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reading.

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What is a gerund phrase?

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A gerund phrase consists of a gerund and any modifiers or complements it may have.

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Identify the gerund phrase in the sentence: 'Running in the park is my favorite activity.'

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Running in the park.

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What is the function of the gerund in the sentence: 'Her hobby is painting.'

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Predicate nominative.

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Identify the function of the gerund in the sentence: 'I look forward to meeting you.'

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Object of the preposition.

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Identify the gerund in the sentence: 'He loves playing soccer.'

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playing.

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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.