Gerunds and Infinitives Quiz

What is a gerund?

• A type of adjective

• An -ing form of a verb that functions as a noun

• A linking verb

• A base form of a verb

Which of the following is an example of a gerund?

• Swim

• Swimming

• Swims

• To swim

What is an infinitive?

• A past tense verb

• The base form of a verb preceded by 'to'

• The -ing form of a verb

• A type of noun

Which sentence uses an infinitive?

• I enjoy reading books.

• He avoids talking during meetings.

• She decided to study hard for the test.

• Swimming is my favorite activity.

What is the key difference between gerunds and infinitives?

• Gerunds are always nouns, infinitives are not.

• Gerunds can never be used as objects.

• Gerunds emphasize action as a concept, infinitives indicate purpose.

• Infinitives can only be used as subjects.

Which verb is commonly followed by a gerund?

• Want

• Need

• Plan

• Enjoy

Which verb is commonly followed by an infinitive?

• Consider

• Avoid

• Decide

• Finish

What is a direct object?

• A word that connects clauses

• A type of preposition

• A noun that describes the subject

• A noun that receives the action of a verb

What is a subject complement?

• A direct object

• An infinitive phrase

• A type of gerund

• A noun that appears with a linking verb

What is an appositive?

• A word that describes an action

• A noun placed next to another noun to explain or rename it

• A type of gerund

• A linking verb