Verbal Recognition (Participles & 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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What is a participle?

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A participle is a verb form that can function as an adjective, typically ending in -ing or -ed.

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How is a gerund used in a sentence?

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

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How is a participle used in a sentence?

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A participle modifies a noun or pronoun, providing more information about it.

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Identify the gerund in the sentence: 'Swimming is my favorite hobby.'

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Swimming.

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Identify the participle in the sentence: 'The broken vase lay on the floor.'

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Broken.

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What role does a gerund play in the sentence: 'I enjoy reading books.'

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Object of the verb enjoy.

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What role does a participle play in the sentence: 'The barking dog kept me awake.'

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Adjective modifying dog.

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Can a gerund phrase function as a subject? Give an example.

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Yes, e.g., 'Running is fun.'

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Can a participle phrase function as an adjective? Give an example.

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Yes, e.g., 'The students, excited by the trip, cheered.'