Gerunds

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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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Give an example of a gerund in a sentence.

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In the sentence 'Swimming is fun,' 'swimming' is a gerund.

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How do you identify a gerund in a sentence?

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Look for a verb ending in -ing that acts as a noun.

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What is the difference between a gerund and a verb?

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A gerund functions as a noun, while a verb expresses an action or state of being.

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Identify the gerund in this sentence: 'I enjoy reading books.'

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The gerund is 'reading'.

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What role does a gerund play in a sentence?

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A gerund can act as a subject, object, or complement.

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Can a gerund be part of a verb phrase?

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No, a gerund cannot be part of a verb phrase; it functions independently as a noun.

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What is the gerund in the sentence: 'They are interested in learning new things.'

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The gerund is 'learning'.

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Provide an example of a gerund used as a subject.

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'Running is my favorite hobby.' Here, 'running' is the subject.

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Provide an example of a gerund used as an object.

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'She loves dancing.' Here, 'dancing' is the object.