Gerunds

Identify how the gerund or gerund phrase is used (subject, direct object, predicate noun, or object of the preposition) in each sentence. Source: McDougal Littell

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How is the gerund functioning in the sentence? Painting made me appreciate how light affects color.

How is the gerund functioning in the sentence? John prefers taking photos of people.

How is the gerund functioning in the sentence? We encouraged his entering the competition.

How is the gerund functioning in the sentence? Mom kept me from going without my jacket.

How is the gerunds functioning in the sentence? Dorie's best subject is acting in drama class.

How is the gerund functioning in the sentence? Finding the right tool is half the job.

How is the gerund functioning in the sentence? After jogging, Mr. Conway loved to eat doughnuts.

How is the gerund functioning in the sentence? The problem is thinking of a good topic.

How is the gerund functioning in the sentence? Do you remember fingerprinting a kindergarten?

How is the gerund functioning in the sentence? Jonathan got paid for sculpting the dolphin.

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