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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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How is a gerund formed?

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A gerund is formed by adding -ing to the base form of a verb.

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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.

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Can you give an example of a gerund in a sentence?

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Sure! In the sentence 'Swimming is fun,' 'swimming' is a gerund.

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What role does a gerund play in a sentence?

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

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Identify the gerund in this sentence: 'I enjoy reading books.'

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The gerund is 'reading'.

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What is the principal part of the verb used as a gerund?

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The present participle is the principal part of the verb used as a gerund.

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Is the word 'running' in the sentence 'He is running fast' a gerund or a verb?

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In this sentence, 'running' is a verb.

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What is the function of gerunds in phrases?

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Gerunds can form gerund phrases that act as nouns in a sentence.

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Can gerunds be used after prepositions?

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Yes, gerunds are often used after prepositions.