GERUNDS

1. Identify the function of the gerund in the following sentence:

"Swimming is my favorite hobby."
a) Subject
b) Direct Object
c) Object of a preposition
d) Predicate nominative

2. What is the function of the gerund in this sentence?

"She enjoys dancing at the club."
a) Subject
b) Direct Object
c) Object of a preposition
d) Predicate nominative

3. Determine the function of the gerund in the sentence:

"I appreciate your helping me with this project."
a) Subject
b) Object of a verb
c) Direct Object
d) Predicate nominative

4. In the sentence, "Eating too much candy can lead to health problems," what is the function of the
gerund?
a) Subject
b) Direct Object
c) Object of a preposition
d) Predicate nominative

5.What is the function of the gerund in this sentence?

"He has a talent for singing."
a) Subject
b) Direct Object
c) Object of a preposition
d) Predicate nominative

6. Determine the function of the gerund in the sentence: The most rewarding aspect of volunteering is
making a difference.

a) Subject
b) Direct Object
c) Appositive
d) Subject Complement

7. In the sentence, “His ultimate goal is achieving success in his career.” the gerund is _______
a) Subject
b) Direct Object
c) Appositive
d) Subject Complement

8. What is the function of the gerund in the sentence:

"I have a passion for cooking delicious meals."
a) Subject
b) Object of a verb
c) Object of a preposition
d) Predicate nominative

9. In the sentence, "Reading books helps to expand your vocabulary," what is the function of the gerund?
a) Subject
b) Object of a verb
c) Object of a preposition
d) Predicate nominative

10. What is the function of the gerund in this sentence?

"We discussed going on a trip together."
a) Subject
b) Object of a verb
c) Object of a preposition
d) Predicate nominative

INFINITIVES

In each question, choose the correct function of the infinitive (to + base form of the verb) in the sentence.

Subject
Direct Object
Subject Complement
Object of the Preposition

1. She wants to dance in the talent show.

2. To succeed requires hard work and dedication.
3. She asked him to help with the project.
4. The main aim of the course is to improve communication skills.
5. He is interested in learning to play the piano.
6. His ambition in life is to become a famous writer.
7. To excel in sports requires dedication and hard work.
8. I need to finish my homework.
9. To study effectively requires discipline and focus.
10. They talked about traveling to explore different cultures.