Gerunds and Gerund Phrases Task Cards 1-12

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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.

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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 the gerund.

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What is a gerund phrase?

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A gerund phrase includes a gerund and any modifiers or objects associated with it.

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Identify the gerund in the sentence: 'She loves dancing.'

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The gerund is 'dancing.'

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Identify the function of the gerund in the sentence: 'I enjoy reading.'

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The gerund 'reading' functions as the direct object.

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Identify the gerund phrase in the sentence: 'Eating ice cream on a hot day is refreshing.'

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The gerund phrase is 'Eating ice cream on a hot day.'

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What role can a gerund play in a sentence?

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A gerund can function as a subject, direct object, subject complement, or object of a preposition.

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Identify the function of the gerund in the sentence: 'Her favorite hobby is painting.'

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The gerund 'painting' functions as a predicate nominative.

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Identify the gerund in the sentence: 'Running helps me stay fit.'

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The gerund is 'running.'

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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 or part of a verb tense.