Infinitive Phrases

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What is an infinitive phrase?

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An infinitive phrase includes the infinitive form of a verb (to + verb) along with any modifiers or complements. For example, 'to eat quickly' is an infinitive phrase.

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Identify the infinitive in the sentence: 'She wants to play soccer.'

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The infinitive is 'to play'.

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Can an infinitive phrase act as a subject in a sentence?

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Yes, an infinitive phrase can act as a subject. For example, 'To swim is fun.'

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What is the function of an infinitive phrase in a sentence?

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An infinitive phrase can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb in a sentence.

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Find the infinitive phrase: 'He loves to read books.'

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The infinitive phrase is 'to read books'.

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What is the difference between an infinitive and an infinitive phrase?

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An infinitive is the base form of a verb preceded by 'to' (e.g., 'to run'), while an infinitive phrase includes the infinitive and any modifiers or objects (e.g., 'to run fast').

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Identify the infinitive phrase: 'They decided to go to the park.'

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The infinitive phrase is 'to go to the park'.

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Is 'to dance' an infinitive or an infinitive phrase?

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'To dance' is an infinitive.

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Provide an example of an infinitive phrase used as an adjective.

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In the sentence 'She has a book to read,' the infinitive phrase 'to read' describes the noun 'book'.

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What role does the infinitive phrase play in the sentence: 'To win the game is their goal.'

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The infinitive phrase 'To win the game' acts as the subject of the sentence.