5-A-Day Language Review: Week 15 MONDAY

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What is a synonym for 'infallible'?

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Foolproof

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What type of verbal is 'to prepare' in the sentence: 'Saleem took an hour to prepare the meal for us'?

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Infinitive

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What is the function of 'to prepare' in the sentence: 'Saleem took an hour to prepare the meal for us'?

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Noun

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What does 'derelict' mean in the context of abandoned houses?

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Abandoned and neglected

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Define 'infinitive' in grammar.

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The base form of a verb, often preceded by 'to', used as a noun, adjective, or adverb.

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What is a gerund?

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A verb form ending in -ing that functions as a noun.

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What is a participle?

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A verb form that can function as an adjective, often ending in -ing or -ed.

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Provide an example of a gerund in a sentence.

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Swimming is my favorite sport.

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Provide an example of a participle in a sentence.

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The broken window needs to be fixed.

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What is the difference between a gerund and a participle?

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