Verbals Practice

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What is a gerund?

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A gerund is a verb form that ends in -ing and functions as a noun in a sentence.

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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 function as a noun, adjective, or adverb.

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What is a participle?

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A participle is a verb form that can function as an adjective, typically ending in -ing (present participle) or -ed (past participle).

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How do gerunds function in a sentence?

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Gerunds always act like nouns in a sentence.

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How do infinitives function in a sentence?

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

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How do participles function in a sentence?

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Participles always act like adjectives in a sentence.

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Give an example of a gerund in a sentence.

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Swimming is my favorite sport.

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Give an example of an infinitive in a sentence.

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To read is to travel through time.

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Give an example of a participle in a sentence.

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The crying baby woke everyone up.

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What is the difference between a gerund and a participle?

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A gerund functions as a noun, while a participle functions as an adjective.