Question

Select all the statements that apply to the sentence below.

She did not believe that he actually knew the rules of bowling.

-The sentence contains a gerund. <Yes, because of "bowling"
-The sentence contains a present participle.
-The sentence contains a past participle.
-The sentence contains a noun clause with a gerund inside it.

I think that's the only option I have to choose but I'd like to make sure my answer is right.
Thank you!

Answer 1

There's one more that's correct. Use the process of elimination if it doesn't jump out at you. Let me know.

Answer 2

I think the second choice should be
-The sentence contains a noun clause with a gerund inside it.
Am I right?

Answer 3

Yes, right!

The word "that" introduces the noun clause in this sentence, and the noun clause serves as the direct object of the verb "believe."

Answer 4

Thank you so much for your help!

Answer 5

You're welcome. =)