Verbals Flashcards
1
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Gerund
A
a verb that functions as a noun in English ending in -ing
2
Q
Infinitive
A
a verb without an inflection binding it to a particular subject or tense
3
Q
Participle
A
a verb used as an adjective or a noun
4
Q
Phrase
A
group of words standing together as a unit
5
Q
What are the 3 types of Verbals?
A
Participle, gerund, and infinitive
6
Q
What do Gerunds function as?
A
a gerund functions as a noun
7
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What do Infinitives function as?
A
a infinitive functions as a noun, adjective, or adverb
8
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What do Participles function as?
A
a participle functions as an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun
9
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Find 2 examples of Infinitives
A
- To run
2. To play
10
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Find 2 examples of Participles
A
- Going
2. Studying
