Download Verbals

Verbals
Infinitives, Gerunds, Participles
Infinitives
Remember:
-the word to plus a verb
-can function as nouns, adjectives, or adverbs;
never function as verbs even though they look
like verbs
-avoid split infinitives, especially in formal
writing or speaking
Infinitives
We want to write about Life of Pi.
Christopher Columbus did not plan to discover
the Americas.
Because I ran a personal best time, I was
allowed to ring the bell at the end of the race.
Gerunds
Remember:
-always end in ing
-always function as nouns; never
function as verbs even though they
look like verbs
-use possessive before a gerund
Gerunds
Organizing the pep rally is Emily’s responsibility.
Reading a good book is one of my favorite
activities.
The best way to learn is by making mistakes.
Participles
Remember:
-end in ing, ed, or en
-function as adjectives or adverbs;
never function as verbs even though
they look like verbs
Participles
The man wearing a plaid jacket is the CEO.
Items hidden around town were found during
our scavenger hunt.
The host presented a turkey crammed with duck
and chicken.