Verbals Practice

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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, -ed, or -en.

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What is an infinitive?

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An infinitive is the base form of a verb preceded by 'to', and it can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb.

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How do gerunds function in a sentence?

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Gerunds function as nouns in a sentence.

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How do participles function in a sentence?

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Participles function as adjectives in a sentence.

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What is the difference between gerunds and participles?

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Gerunds are used as nouns, while participles are used as adjectives.

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Give an example of a gerund in a sentence.

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Swimming is my favorite hobby.

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Give an example of a participle in a sentence.

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The broken window needs to be fixed.

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Give an example of an infinitive in a sentence.

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To run is a great way to stay fit.

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What is the role of the phrase 'running into the end zone' in the sentence?

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It is a participial phrase that describes 'my son'.