Infinitives and Gerunds Explained

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What is a gerund?

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

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Identify the gerund phrase in this sentence: 'I enjoy swimming in the ocean.'

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The gerund phrase is 'swimming in the ocean.'

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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' (e.g., 'to run').

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Identify the infinitive in this sentence: 'She wants to learn Spanish.'

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The infinitive is 'to learn.'

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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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What is the function of an infinitive in a sentence?

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An infinitive can function as a noun, an adjective, or an adverb.

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Identify the gerund in this sentence: 'Reading is my favorite hobby.'

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The gerund is 'Reading.'

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Identify the infinitive phrase in this sentence: 'He went to the store to buy groceries.'

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The infinitive phrase is 'to buy groceries.'

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What is a participle?

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A participle is a verb form that can function as an adjective.

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Identify the participle in this sentence: 'The broken vase was on the table.'

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The participle is 'broken.'