VERBAL.pptx
- 2. VERBAL Is a verb that functions as some other part of speech in a
- 3. GERUNDS Are verbals that function as nouns and have an “ing” ending.
- 4. GERUND PHRASE Begins with a gerund and includes objects and or modifiers.
- 5. AN OBJECT Any nouns, pronouns or noun phrase on which the gerund performs an action.
- 6. MODIFIER Is either an adverb or an adverbial phrase that describe the action of the gerund.
- 7. Examples solving is easy Solving math problem is easy. Talking patiently is part of my daily routine.
- 8. FUNCTIONS AND USAGE OF GERUNDS OR GERUND PHRASE Subject Direct Object Subject Complement Object of the Preposition An Appositive
- 9. SUBJECT It is the topic or being talked to in the sentence
- 10. Linking Verbs Are forms of verb to be such as am, is, are, was, were
- 11. SUBJECT COMPLEMENT A noun that follows a linking verb.
- 13. Prepositional Phrase Begins with a prepositions like in, on, at, about, under, before, after etc…
- 14. Examples Watching TV is my past time. I love watching TV. My past time is watching TV. I am interested in watching TV. My past time, watching TV, makes me relax.
- 15. Examples Staying at home is the best prevention in this time of pandemic. She enjoys running every morning I keep on praying everyday. My hobby, swimming, strengthen my body. The best thing to do is applying what you have learned.