6 Questions
What is a gerund?
A verb that functions as a noun
What is an infinitive?
The base form of a verb preceded by 'to'
What is a participle?
A verb form used as an adjective
Which of the following is a verbal form that ends in -ing and functions as a noun?
Gerund
What is the verbal form that is used with 'to' and can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb?
Infinitive
Which verbal form is used in forming the continuous tenses and ends in -ing?
Present participle
Study Notes
Verbal Forms
- A gerund is a verbal form that ends in -ing and functions as a noun.
- An infinitive is a verbal form used with 'to' and can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb.
- A participle is a verbal form used in forming the continuous tenses and ends in -ing.
- The verbal form that ends in -ing and functions as a noun is a gerund.
- The verbal form used with 'to' and can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb is an infinitive.
- The verbal form used in forming the continuous tenses and ends in -ing is a participle.
Test your knowledge of verbs and verbals with this quiz on distinguishing gerunds, infinitives, and participles. Learn the definitions and functions of each verbal form, including the -ing form that acts as a noun and the form used with "to" that can function in various ways.
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