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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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Identify the function of a participle in a sentence.

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A participle is a form of a verb that acts as an adjective, modifying 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', that can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb.

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Example of a gerund in a sentence.

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Running is my favorite sport.

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Example of a participle in a sentence.

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The broken window needs to be fixed.

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Identify the gerund in the sentence: 'Swimming is fun.'

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Swimming.

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Identify the infinitive in the sentence: 'I want to learn Spanish.'

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to learn.

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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.

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Identify the participle in the sentence: 'The barking dog kept me awake.'

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barking.

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What role do infinitives play in a sentence?

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Infinitives can function as nouns, adjectives, or adverbs.