Gerunds and participles

Front

What is a gerund?

Back

A gerund is a verb form that ends in -ing and functions as a noun in a sentence.

Front

What is a participle?

Back

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

Front

Identify the gerund in the sentence: 'Swimming is my favorite hobby.'

Back

Swimming.

Front

Identify the participle in the sentence: 'The broken vase lay on the floor.'

Back

Broken.

Front

What is the primary function of a gerund in a sentence?

Back

To act as a noun.

Front

What is the primary function of a participle in a sentence?

Back

To act as an adjective.

Front

Fill in the blank with a gerund: 'I enjoy _______ (read) books.'

Back

reading.

Front

Fill in the blank with a participle: 'The _______ (excite) news made everyone happy.'

Back

exciting.

Front

What is the difference between a gerund and a participle?

Back

A gerund functions as a noun, while a participle functions as an adjective.

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using a gerund as the subject.

Back

Running is good for your health.