English Language Arts Grade 9 45 min

Identify gerunds and their functions

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Function of the gerund in: 'Running is good exercise.'

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Function of the gerund in: 'She enjoys swimming.'

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Function of the gerund in: 'He is good at painting.'

Sample Practice Questions

Easy
What is the function of the gerund in 'Studying helps you learn.'?
0.Subject
1.Direct Object
2.Object of Prep.
3.Participle
Easy
What is the function of the gerund in 'I love dancing.'?
0.Subject
1.Direct Object
2.Object of Prep.
3.Not a gerund
Easy
What is the function of the gerund in 'She is tired of waiting.'?
0.Subject
1.Direct Object
2.Object of Prep.
3.Participle

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