Verbals Review

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What is a verbal?

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A verbal is a word derived from a verb that functions as a different part of speech, such as a noun, adjective, or adverb.

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What are the three types of verbals?

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The three types of verbals are gerunds, participles, and infinitives.

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What is a gerund?

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

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Provide an example of a gerund in a sentence.

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"Swimming is my favorite hobby."

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What is a participle?

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A participle is a verbal that can function as an adjective and often ends in -ing or -ed.

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Provide an example of a participle in a sentence.

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"The broken vase lay on the floor."

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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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Provide an example of an infinitive in a sentence.

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"To read is to grow."

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How do gerunds function in a sentence?

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Gerunds function as nouns in a sentence.

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How do participles function in a sentence?

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Participles function as adjectives in a sentence.