
Infinitives and gerunds
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an infinitive?
Back
An infinitive is the base form of a verb, often preceded by 'to'. For example, 'to run', 'to eat', 'to sleep'.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a gerund?
Back
A gerund is the -ing form of a verb that functions as a noun. For example, 'running', 'eating', 'sleeping'.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When should you use a gerund after a preposition?
Back
You should use a gerund after a preposition. For example, 'I am interested in learning new languages.'
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When should you use an infinitive after certain verbs?
Back
Use an infinitive after certain verbs like 'want', 'need', 'hope', and 'decide'. For example, 'I want to go to the movies.'
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between 'stop to do' and 'stop doing'?
Back
'Stop to do' means to stop in order to do something else, while 'stop doing' means to cease an action. For example, 'I stopped to eat' vs. 'I stopped eating.'
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of a sentence using a gerund as the subject.
Back
'Swimming is my favorite hobby.' Here, 'swimming' is the subject of the sentence.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of a sentence using an infinitive as the subject.
Back
'To swim is my favorite hobby.' Here, 'to swim' is the subject of the sentence.
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