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Verbals Review

Review Gerunds, Infinitives, Participles

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Acts like an adjective and modifies a noun. Can be removed without changing the sentence. Participle
-ing verb that is acting as a noun. Gerund
to + verb Acts like a noun, adjective, or adverb. Infinitive
*Peeking at her friend's answers*, Colleen felt guilty for cheating. Participle
I have always enjoyed "helping my parents" with the garden. Gerund
He wanted *to play clarinet,* but there were none left. Infinitive
*To win the softball game* is Nancy's main goal today. Infinitive
Morgan ran across the neighbor's lawn, *hoping she wouldn't see him.* Participle
*Eating cheese and crackers before dinner* makes Claire lose her appetite. Gerund
I saw an elephant *carrying a pack of vegetables on its back.* Participle
Bernard hates *buttering toast* with a fork. Gerund
The principal wants you *to explain* what happened. Infinitive
*Eating ice cream on a windy day* can be a messy experience if you have long hair. Gerund
Joe hopes *to work* in New York City after graduating from college. Infinitive
"Blinded by the fog,* we lost our way. Participle
He thinks that *learning English* is important for his career. Gerund
Cory loves *to run* marathons Infinitive
The students, *waiting for the play to begin,* grew bored. Participle
Trevor hopes *to win the approval of his teachers* by practicing the grammar quizlets every night. Infinitive
*Blowing bubbles on a windy day* is a fun activity for children. Gerund
I talked to the man *reading the newspaper.* Participle
German *dancing* and festivals draw many visitors. Gerund
The man *sitting* by the library door is David. Participle
William left early *to meet* his brother. Infinitive
*Reading* a good book is never a waste of time. Gerund
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