Verbals Practice

What is the best definition of an infinitive?

• A verb phrase with an -ing word

• A verb that ends in -ing and functions as a noun

• A combination of helping verbs and other words

• The word "to" plus a verb

What is the best definition of a gerund?

• A verb phrase with an -ing word

• A verb that ends in -ing and functions as a noun

• A combination of helping verbs and other words

• The word "to" plus a verb

A participle ALWAYS looks like __________.

• verb ending in -ing

• verb ending in -ed

• to + verb

• a verb ending in -ing, -ed, or -en

A participle always acts like a(n) __________.

• Noun

• Adverb

• Adjective

• Verb

Superman flew back to Metropolis as fast as he could to save Lois Lane.
What type of verbal is in red in the sentence above?

• infinitve
• participle
• gerund
• not a verbal

Solving a crossword puzzle is a nice activity on a rainy day.

• Participle
• Gerund
• Infinitive
• None of the above

The Flash used his speed to catch the bank robber.
What type of verbal is in red in the sentence above?

• participle
• infinitive
• gerund
• not a verbal

Knitting is her favorite winter hobby.

• Participle
• Gerund
• Infinitive
• None of the above

My sister wants to hibernate like a bear next winter.

• Participle
• Gerund
• Infinitive
• None of the above

The Joker came up with a terrifying plan.
What type of verbal is in red in the sentence above?

• gerund
• infinitive
• participle
• not a verbal