Identifying Infinitives

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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', 'to be'.

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What is an infinitive phrase?

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An infinitive phrase includes the infinitive and any modifiers or complements. For example, 'to eat quickly'.

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Identify the infinitive in this sentence: 'She wants to learn.'

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The infinitive is 'to learn'.

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What is the function of an infinitive in a sentence?

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Infinitives can function as nouns, adjectives, or adverbs. For example, in 'To swim is fun', 'to swim' acts as a noun.

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Provide an example of an infinitive phrase used as a noun.

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Example: 'To travel the world is my dream.' Here, 'to travel the world' is the subject of the sentence.

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Identify the infinitive in this sentence: 'He decided to leave early.'

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The infinitive is 'to leave'.

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What is the difference between an infinitive and a gerund?

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An infinitive is the base form of a verb (e.g., 'to run'), while a gerund is the -ing form of a verb used as a noun (e.g., 'running').

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Identify the infinitive in this sentence: 'I love to read books.'

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The infinitive is 'to read'.

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What role can infinitives play in a sentence?

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Infinitives can act as subjects, objects, or complements. For example, 'To win is important' (subject).

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Provide an example of an infinitive phrase used as an adjective.

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Example: 'She has a book to read.' Here, 'to read' describes the book.