VERBALS

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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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CCSS.L.8.1A

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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', and can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb.

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CCSS.L.8.1A

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What is a participle?

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A participle is a verb form that can function as an adjective, typically ending in -ing (present participle) or -ed (past participle).

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CCSS.L.1.4C

CCSS.L.8.1A

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

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Swimming.

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CCSS.L.8.1A

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Identify the infinitive in the sentence: 'She wants to learn Spanish.'

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to learn.

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CCSS.L.8.1A

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Identify the participle in the sentence: 'The broken window needs to be fixed.'

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broken.

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CCSS.L.1.4C

CCSS.L.8.1A

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What role do gerunds play in a sentence?

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Gerunds act like nouns.

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CCSS.L.8.1A

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What role do infinitives play in a sentence?

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Infinitives can act as nouns, adjectives, or adverbs.

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CCSS.L.8.1A

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What role do participles play in a sentence?

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Participles act like adjectives.

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CCSS.L.1.4C

CCSS.L.8.1A

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Provide an example of a gerund phrase.

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Running in the park is enjoyable.

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CCSS.L.8.1A