WorksheetsMixed Verbals Unit Quiz
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
What is a verbal?
a group of words with a subject and a verb
a group of words with a dependent and independent clause
a group of words that always functions as a noun
a group of words that contains a verb, but functions as another part of speech
How does a gerund function in a sentence?
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
How does a participle function in a sentence?
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
How can an infinitive function in a sentence? (Select all that apply)
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
In which way does a gerund end?
-ing
-ing, ed, d, t, n, or ne
to + a verb
-ly
In which way does a participle end?
-ing
-ing, ed, d, t, n, or ne
to + a verb
-ly
What form does an infinitive take in a sentence?
-ing
-ing, ed, d, t, n, or ne
to + a verb
-ly
What is the function of the gerund in the following sentence:
Taking medicine is not fun for most babies.
Direct object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Subject
Object of a preposition
What is the function of the gerund in the following sentence:
Heather's favorite activity is playing Old Maid.
Direct object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Subject
Object of a preposition
What is the function of the words written in red:
Michaela was ready to board the plane for Mexico.
gerund
participle
infinitive
verb
What is the function of the words written in red:
Typing on his laptop, Robert wasn't listening.
gerund
participle
infinitive
verb
What is the function of the words written in red:
Many people donate to St. Jude to help children that are sick.
gerund
participle
infinitive
verb
What is the function of the words written in red:
The donated clothes smell like powder-fresh Downy.
gerund
participle
infinitive
verb
What is the function of the words written in red:
Eating is difficult after a tonsillectomy.
gerund
participle
infinitive
verb
What is the function of the words written in red:
The thief arrested for robbery shot at the security guard.
gerund
participle
infinitive
verb
What is the function of the words written in red:
The flag waving in the wind is inspirational.
gerund
participle
infinitive
verb
What is the function of the words written in red:
They are sure the extra planning will make a difference in the end.
gerund
participle
infinitive
verb
What is the function of the words written in red:
Jenna's confusing message did nothing to solve the mystery.
gerund
participle
infinitive
verb
What is the function of the words written in red:
Godzilla made a game of smashing all the red cars parked near the lake.
gerund
participle
infinitive
verb
What is the function of the words written in red:
The show offered everyone the chance to win a million dollars.
gerund
participle
infinitive
verb
What is the function of the words written in red:
The kittens crouching under the bed have refused to come out.
gerund
participle
infinitive
verb
What is the function of the words written in red:
My friends were surprised by the lighting in the theater.
gerund
participle
infinitive
verb
What is the function of the words written in red:
Brenda seemed surprised with the team's decision to withdrawl.
gerund
participle
infinitive
verb
What is the function of the words written in red:
Completing the obstacle course is harder than it looks.
gerund
participle
infinitive
verb
What is the function of the words written in red:
The marathon runner, pushed to the edge of endurance, collapsed at the finish line.
gerund
participle
infinitive
verb
What is the function of the words written in red:
Arguing every call is getting frustrating.
gerund
participle
infinitive
verb
What is the function of the words written in red:
Al hopes that giving the players a break will improve their attitudes.
gerund
participle
infinitive
verb
What is the function of the words written in red:
The completed meal was so beautiful that we hesitated to eat it.
gerund
participle
infinitive
verb
What is the function of the verbal in red:
Typing the last sentence of his essay, Brandon sighed with relief.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Adjective
Adverb
What is the function of the verbal in red:
To forget my mom's birthday would be the end of the world.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Adjective
Adverb
What is the function of the verbal in red:
The cracked egg was beginning to move.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Adjective
Adverb
What is the function of the verbal in red:
Now is the best time to begin our trip.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Adjective
Adverb
What is the function of the verbal in red:
We nailed the picture to the wall to keep it from falling.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Adjective
Adverb
What is the function of the verbal in red:
My dad's main goal is retiring by May 31st.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Adjective
Adverb
What is the function of the verbal in red:
Todd takes great pleasure in teasing his younger sister.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Object of a preposition
What is the function of the verbal in red:
Riding on a pony is fun until you fall off.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Adjective
Adverb
What is the function of the verbal in red:
Elise wanted to ride on a pony at the state fair.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Adjective
Adverb
What is the function of the verbal in red:
"I thoroughly enjoy studying for finals," said no one ever.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Adjective
Adverb
What is the function of the verbal in red:
Studying for finals, Cara forgot to clean her room.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Adjective
Adverb
What is the function of the verbal in red:
My favorite pastime is eating ice cream.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Adjective
Adverb
What is the function of the verbal in red:
Lila forgot to take out the garbage, so now the kitchen is full of fruit flies.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Object of a preposition
What is the function of the verbal in red:
The impoverished community received a lot of help from donors.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Adjective
Adverb
What is the function of the verbal in red:
Dumping out the toys, the toddler squealed with delight.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Adjective
Adverb
What is the function of the verbal in red:
You will get in trouble for calling in sick to play video games.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Object of a Preposition
What is the function of the verbal in red:
Teri adores playing basketball with her children.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Adjective
Adverb
What is the function of the verbal in red:
Stop playing with that pen.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Adjective
Adverb
What is the function of the verbal in red:
Drinking water throughout the day hydrates people.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Adjective
Adverb
What is the function of the verbal in red:
Abigail, excited about her birthday, opened her presents.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Adjective
Adverb
What is the function of the verbal in red:
I was tired from cleaning.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Object of a Preposition
What is the function of the verbal in red:
The snuggling dog feels heavy in my lap.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Adjective
Adverb
