Gerunds and their functions

1. How is the gerund/gerund phrase functioning in the sentence?

2. Swimming in the ocean every morning is my favorite way to stay active and healthy because it refreshes both my body and mind.

• Object of the Preposition

• Subject Complement

• Subject

• Direct Object

1. How is the gerund/gerund phrase functioning in the sentence?

2. The teacher praised Daniel for organizing the class materials so efficiently, even though it took him hours to complete.

• Subject

• Object of the preposition

• Direct object

• Subject complement

1. How is the gerund/gerund phrase functioning in the sentence?

2. They talked about hosting a fundraiser to support the local animal shelter, but they couldn’t decide on a date because everyone had different schedules.

• Direct object

• Subject

• Object of the preposition

• Subject complement

13. How is the gerund/gerund phrase functioning in the sentence?

14. The coach suggested practicing free throws every day to improve their accuracy.

• Direct object

• Subject

• Subject complement

• Object of the preposition

1. How is the gerund/gerund phrase functioning in the sentence?

2. Driving long distances at night requires both focus and patience, especially when the roads are poorly lit or crowded.

• Direct object

• Subject compliment

• Subject

• Object of the preposition

1. How is the gerund/gerund phrase functioning in the sentence?

2. One important skill in college is managing your time effectively so that you can meet deadlines and avoid last-minute stress.

• Direct object

• Subject complement

• Object of the preposition

• Subject

1. How is the gerund/gerund phrase functioning in the sentence?

2. The committee approved raising funds through a community event, which they believed would bring people together to support the local shelter.

• Object of the preposition

• Subject compliment

• Subject

• Direct object

1. How is the gerund/gerund phrase functioning in the sentence?

2. Reading novels with complex themes can broaden your understanding of different perspectives, especially when you analyze the characters’ motivations.

• Subject

• Subject complement

• Direct object

• Object of the preposition

11. How is the gerund/gerund phrase functioning in the sentence?

12. His greatest accomplishment was overcoming his fear of public speaking through consistent practice.

• Object of the preposition

• Direct object

• Subject complement

• Subject

1. How is the gerund/gerund phrase functioning in the sentence?

2. Terri's idea of a fun Saturday afternoon includes riding her horse, Samson.

• Direct object

• Subject

• Object of the preposition

• Subject complement