Non-finite Verbs

What is a non-finite verb?

• A non-finite verb is a verb form that always ends in -ing.

• A non-finite verb is a verb form that can only be used in the past tense.

• A non-finite verb is a verb form that is not limited by a subject and does not show tense.

• A non-finite verb is a verb form that expresses a specific time.

Give an example of a non-finite verb.

• to eat

• to running

• to swim

• to sleeping

How are non-finite verbs different from finite verbs?

• Non-finite verbs do not show tense, person, or number, while finite verbs do.

• Non-finite verbs show tense, person, and number, while finite verbs do not.

• Non-finite verbs are always in the present tense, while finite verbs can be in any tense.

• Non-finite verbs are always singular, while finite verbs can be singular or plural.

Explain the concept of gerunds as non-finite verbs.

• Gerunds are verb forms ending in -ing that function as nouns, making them non-finite verbs.

• Gerunds are verb forms ending in -ly that function as prepositions.

• Gerunds are verb forms ending in -s that function as adverbs.

• Gerunds are verb forms ending in -ed that function as adjectives.

Provide a sentence using a participle as a non-finite verb.

• Walking down the street

• Running in the park

• Eating a sandwich

• Sleeping on the couch

What is an infinitive verb? Is it a finite or non-finite verb?

• Adjective

• Finite

• Verb

• Non-finite

Discuss the role of non-finite verbs in sentence structure.

• Non-finite verbs are always the main verb in a sentence

• Non-finite verbs are only used in formal writing

• Non-finite verbs play a crucial role in providing additional information and nuances to sentence structures.

• Non-finite verbs are never used in complex sentences

Can non-finite verbs be used as the main verb in a sentence?

• Only in formal writing

• Sometimes

• Yes

• No

Identify the non-finite verb in the following sentence: 'Swimming is my favorite hobby.'

• Swimming

• Running

• Jumping

• Eating

Explain the function of non-finite verbs in forming verb phrases.

• Non-finite verbs function in forming verb phrases by complementing the main verb and conveying additional information without showing tense, person, or number.

• Non-finite verbs are used to indicate past tense in verb phrases.

• Non-finite verbs always show the subject of the sentence.

• Non-finite verbs are only used in simple sentences.