Gerunds and their functions
Authored by Amanda Karnes
English
8th Grade
CCSS covered
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
10 sec • 5 pts
How is the gerund/gerund phrase functioning in the sentence?
Swimming in the ocean every morning is my favorite way to stay active and healthy because it refreshes both my body and mind.
Object of the Preposition
Subject Complement
Subject
Direct Object
Tags
CCSS.L.8.1A
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
10 sec • 5 pts
How is the gerund/gerund phrase functioning in the sentence?
The teacher praised Daniel for organizing the class materials so efficiently, even though it took him hours to complete.
Subject
Object of the preposition
Direct object
Subject complement
Tags
CCSS.L.8.1A
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
10 sec • 5 pts
How is the gerund/gerund phrase functioning in the sentence?
They talked about hosting a fundraiser to support the local animal shelter, but they couldn’t decide on a date because everyone had different schedules.
Direct object
Subject
Object of the preposition
Subject complement
Tags
CCSS.L.8.1A
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
10 sec • 5 pts
How is the gerund/gerund phrase functioning in the sentence?
The coach suggested practicing free throws every day to improve their accuracy.
Direct object
Subject
Subject complement
Object of the preposition
Tags
CCSS.L.8.1A
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
10 sec • 5 pts
How is the gerund/gerund phrase functioning in the sentence?
Driving long distances at night requires both focus and patience, especially when the roads are poorly lit or crowded.
Direct object
Subject compliment
Subject
Object of the preposition
Tags
CCSS.L.8.1A
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
10 sec • 5 pts
How is the gerund/gerund phrase functioning in the sentence?
One important skill in college is managing your time effectively so that you can meet deadlines and avoid last-minute stress.
Direct object
Subject complement
Object of the preposition
Subject
Tags
CCSS.L.8.1A
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
10 sec • 5 pts
How is the gerund/gerund phrase functioning in the sentence?
The committee approved raising funds through a community event, which they believed would bring people together to support the local shelter.
Object of the preposition
Subject compliment
Subject
Direct object
Tags
CCSS.L.8.1A
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