What is a gerund?
Gerunds

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A gerund is a verb form that ends in -ing and functions as a noun.
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Give an example of a gerund in a sentence.
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Swimming is my favorite hobby.
3.
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What is the function of a gerund phrase?
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A gerund phrase acts as a noun in a sentence.
4.
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Identify the gerund in this sentence: 'I enjoy reading books.'
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reading
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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.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Identify the gerund phrase: 'She is interested in learning new languages.'
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learning new languages
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What role does the gerund phrase play in this sentence: 'His favorite activity is hiking.'?
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predicate noun (PN)
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