Question

Which of the following describes a gerund and how it functions in a sentence?(1 point)
Responses

A gerund is a noun that functions as the direct object receiving the action in 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 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 verb ending in -ing that functions as a noun in a sentence.

Answer 1

Which sentence includes a gerund?(1 point)
Responses

Graham learned to dive at the community swimming pool.
Graham learned to dive at the community swimming pool.

Swimming in the gulf is Finn's favorite summer activity.
Swimming in the gulf is Finn's favorite summer activity.

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.

Answer 2

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 modifies a noun in the sentence.
It modifies a noun in the sentence.

It receives the action of the verb.
It receives the action of the verb.

It is the subject of the sentence.
It is the subject of the sentence.

It describes the action of the subject

Answer 3

Which sentence includes a gerund?(1 point)
Responses

I am running a marathon this weekend.
I am running a marathon this weekend.

A healthy breakfast of steaming hot biscuits is served.
A healthy breakfast of steaming hot biscuits is served.

The runners are lacing up their shoes.
The runners are lacing up their shoes.

My family is impressed by my cooking