Verbals Practice

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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. Example: 'Swimming is fun.'

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What is a participle?

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A participle is a verb form that can function as an adjective. It usually ends in -ing (present participle) or -ed (past participle). Example: 'The broken vase was on the floor.'

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What is an infinitive?

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An infinitive is the base form of a verb, often preceded by 'to'. It can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb. Example: 'To run is my goal.'

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Identify the verbal: 'To dance is my passion.'

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Infinitive

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Identify the verbal: 'The barking dog kept me awake.'

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Participle

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Identify the verbal: 'Running helps me stay fit.'

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Gerund

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What is the function of a gerund in a sentence?

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A gerund functions as a noun in a sentence.

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What is the function of a participle in a sentence?

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A participle functions as an adjective in a sentence.

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What is the function of an infinitive in a sentence?

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An infinitive can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb in a sentence.

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Provide an example of a gerund used in a sentence.

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Example: 'Reading is my favorite hobby.'