Verbals & Verbal Phrases/ linking/action Ch. 8 grammar

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What is a participial verbal phrase?

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A participial verbal phrase is a verb form that acts like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun.

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What do participial verbal phrases typically end in?

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Participial verbal phrases typically end in -ing (present participle) or -ed (past participle).

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What is a gerund?

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A gerund is a verb form that ends in -ing and acts like a noun.

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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', and can act as a noun, adjective, or adverb.

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How can infinitive phrases function in a sentence?

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Infinitive phrases can function as nouns, adjectives, or adverbs in a sentence.

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What is the function of a gerund in a sentence?

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A gerund functions as a noun in a sentence.

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Provide an example of a participial phrase in a sentence.

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Example: 'The dog barking loudly is my pet.' (Here, 'barking loudly' modifies 'dog').

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What is the difference between a gerund and a participial phrase?

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A gerund acts as a noun, while a participial phrase acts as an adjective.

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Identify the verbal in the sentence: 'To run is my goal.'

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The verbal is 'to run', which is an infinitive.

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What type of verbal is 'wrapped' in the sentence: 'The elves put the wrapped presents into the bag.'?

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'Wrapped' is a participial verbal.