Verbals

What is a gerund?

• A verb form ending in -ing that functions as a noun.

• A type of adjective that describes a noun.

• A noun that describes an action.

• A verb form that indicates past tense.

Provide an example of a present participle used in a sentence.

• The running water is cold.

• The water ran quickly.

• The water is cold.

• The cold water runs.

Provide an example of a past participle used in a sentence.

• The broken vase was on the floor.

• The running water is cold.

• The happy dog barked loudly.

• The tall building is impressive.

How do verbals enhance writing?

• By adding variety and depth, allowing for more complex sentence structures.

• By simplifying sentences and reducing word count.

• By eliminating the need for adjectives and adverbs.

• By focusing solely on the subject of the sentence.

How can infinitives function in a sentence?

• As verbs only

• As nouns, adjectives, or adverbs

• Only as adjectives

• As conjunctions and prepositions

What is a participle?

• A noun that describes a person, place, or thing.

• A verb form that can function as an adjective, typically ending in -ing or -ed.

• An adverb that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb.

• A conjunction that connects words, phrases, or clauses.

What is an example of an infinitive phrase?

• To eat healthy food is important.

• Eating healthy food is important.

• Healthy food is important.

• To eat is important.

What role do participles play in a sentence?

• Participles function as conjunctions, linking clauses together.

• Participles function as nouns, acting as the subject of a sentence.

• Participles function as adjectives, providing more information about nouns.

• Participles function as adverbs, modifying verbs.

Provide an example of an infinitive used in a sentence.

• To run is my favorite activity.

• Running is my favorite activity.

• I love to run every morning.

• To run quickly is important.

What is an infinitive?

• A verb form that ends in -ing

• The base form of a verb usually preceded by 'to'

• A type of noun that describes an action

• A conjugated verb that shows tense