Homework Help: english

Posted by amber on Friday, November 16, 2012 at 2:07pm.

Select the gerund phrase in the sentence below. Then, determine the noun function of the gerund.

1. Water skiing, sailing, and swimming are my favorite summer sports.

2. I enjoy playing the piano.

English - Ms. Sue, Friday, November 16, 2012 at 2:09pm
The gerund phrase in # 2 is "playing the piano." It's the direct object of the verb, "playing."

I'll be glad to check your answer for the first sentence.
english - michelle, Thursday, April 18, 2013 at 6:53pm
Ms. Sue can you please check for #1
The Gerund Phrase is water skiing , sailing, and swimming
Direct Object ?

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