What is a gerund phrase primarily used as in a sentence?

Understanding Gerund Phrases in Sentences

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
An adverb
A noun
An adjective
A verb
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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In the example 'The sudden shattering of glass broke the silence', what role does the gerund phrase play?
Indirect object
Subject
Predicate nominative
Direct object
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the sentence 'The sudden shattering of glass broke the silence', what modifies the gerund 'shattering'?
All of the above
The adjective phrase 'of glass'
The adjective 'sudden'
The article 'the'
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following sentences contains a gerund phrase acting as a predicate nominative?
The sudden shattering of glass broke the silence.
One of my chores in the summer is mowing the lawn.
Mr. Kennedy is giving working full-time careful thought.
She enjoys hiking in the mountains.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the sentence 'She enjoys hiking in the mountains occasionally', what is the function of the gerund phrase?
Indirect object
Direct object
Predicate nominative
Subject
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the role of the gerund phrase in 'Mr. Kennedy is giving working full-time careful thought'?
Subject
Indirect object
Predicate nominative
Direct object
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which sentence contains a gerund phrase acting as an indirect object?
Studying regularly leads to better grades.
Maya dreams of becoming a well-known actress.
Mr. Kennedy is giving working full-time careful thought.
My brother likes working at the airport.
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