gerund phrases as subject and object Decoding the Gerund Phrase Time for a quick refresher: A gerund is a noun formed with a verb ending in ing. Words like swimming, tying, dreaming, eating, fishing, and drinking can all be used as gerunds. Now that we’ve refreshed your memory, let’s take a look at the gerund phrase. A gerund phrase always follows these rules: Gerund phrases always start with gerunds Gerund phrases always include modifiers and often include other objects A gerund phrase always functions as a noun Gerund phrases are always subjects , objects, or subject complements in sentences. Gerund Phrase Examples In the following gerund phrase examples, the gerund is highlighted in bold and the entire gerund phrase is underlined. A brief explanation of the function of the gerund phrase follows each example. Blowing bubbles on a windy day is a fun activity for children. Blowing bubbles on a windy day is the subject of th...
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EXPRESING LIKES DESIRES AND PREFERENCE
EXPRESING LIKES DESIRES AND PREFERENCE There is more than one way to express your likes and preferences. You already learned would rather . Study like and prefer in the chart below. Examples Construction I would rather work inside than (work) outside. I would rather get paid hourly than be on salary. would rather + base verb ( Note: would rather is used with than ) I like to work outside. I like working outside. I prefer getting paid hourly. I prefer to get paid hourly. I prefer working inside to (working) outside. I prefer getting paid hourly to being on salary. like + gerund or infinitive prefer + gerund or infinitive ( Note: When two things are compared using prefer , to should be used.) ( Note: If the same verb is used in both phrases, it doesn’t need to be repeated.) Answer each of the followin...
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