Which of the following describes a gerund and how it functions in a sentence?(1 point)
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A gerund is a verb ending in -ing that functions as a noun in a sentence.
A gerund is a verb ending in -ing that functions as a noun in a sentence.
A gerund is a verb ending in -ing that functions as a verb in a sentence.
A gerund is a verb ending in -ing that functions as a verb in a sentence.
A gerund is a noun that functions as the subject of a sentence.
A gerund is a noun that functions as the subject of a sentence.
A gerund is a noun that functions as the direct object receiving the action in a sentence.
A gerund is a verb ending in -ing that functions as a noun in a sentence.
so a b c or d ?
The correct answer is:
A gerund is a verb ending in -ing that functions as a noun in a sentence.
So the answer is A.
Which sentence includes a gerund?(1 point)
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Graham learned to dive at the community swimming pool.
Graham learned to dive at the community swimming pool.
While swimming at the beach, Harper found a starfish.
While swimming at the beach, Harper found a starfish.
Nash has been swimming since he was five years old.
Nash has been swimming since he was five years old.
Swimming in the gulf is Finn's favorite summer activity.
so a b c or d?
The correct answer is:
Swimming in the gulf is Finn's favorite summer activity.
So the answer is D.
Use the sentence to answer the question
Traveling offers the opportunity to meet new people and experience exciting cultures.
How is the gerund functioning?
(1 point)
Responses
It is the subject of the sentence.
It is the subject of the sentence.
It receives the action of the verb.
It receives the action of the verb.
It describes the action of the subject.
It describes the action of the subject.
It modifies a noun in the sentence.
so a b c or d?
The gerund in the sentence "Traveling offers the opportunity to meet new people and experience exciting cultures" is functioning as the subject of the sentence.
So the answer is A.
Which sentence includes a gerund?(1 point)
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I am running a marathon this weekend.
I am running a marathon this weekend.
The runners are lacing up their shoes.
The runners are lacing up their shoes.
My family is impressed by my cooking.
My family is impressed by my cooking.
A healthy breakfast of steaming hot biscuits is served.
so a b c or d?
The correct answer is:
My family is impressed by my cooking.
So the answer is C.
Which two groups of elements in the periodic table are the most reactive?(1 point)
Responses
noble gases and alkali metals
noble gases and alkali metals
alkaline earth metals and halogens
alkaline earth metals and halogens
halogens and noble gases
halogens and noble gases
alkali metals and halogens
so a b c or d?