Gerunds and Infinitives

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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. For example, 'Swimming is fun.'

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What is an infinitive?

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An infinitive is the base form of a verb, usually preceded by 'to'. For example, 'to run', 'to eat'.

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How do you identify a gerund in a sentence?

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Look for a verb ending in -ing that acts as a noun. For example, in 'I enjoy reading', 'reading' is a gerund.

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How do you identify an infinitive in a sentence?

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Look for 'to' followed by the base form of a verb. For example, in 'I want to play', 'to play' is an infinitive.

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Can gerunds be the subject of a sentence?

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Yes, gerunds can act as the subject. For example, 'Running is healthy.'

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Can infinitives be used as the subject of a sentence?

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Yes, infinitives can act as the subject. For example, 'To swim is enjoyable.'

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What is the gerund form of the verb 'to dance'?

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The gerund form is 'dancing'.

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What is the infinitive form of the verb 'to write'?

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The infinitive form is 'to write'.

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Give an example of a sentence using a gerund.

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I love reading books.

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Give an example of a sentence using an infinitive.

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She wants to learn Spanish.