Asked by john
what is the gerund phrase and the noun function of the gerund in the sentence
1.Her favorite pastime is entertaining friends.
1.Her favorite pastime is entertaining friends.
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Answered by
Ms. Sue
The gerund phrase is "entertaining friends." It functions as the predicate nominative.
Answered by
john
thank you ms.sue
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john
i have one more question
what is the function of the italicized infinitive phrase ins the sentence.
1.I want to go with you to the store.
2.May I have permission to use the car tonight?
what is the function of the italicized infinitive phrase ins the sentence.
1.I want to go with you to the store.
2.May I have permission to use the car tonight?
Answered by
Ms. Sue
1. "To go" is the direct object of the verb.
I'll be glad to check your answer for the second sentence.
I'll be glad to check your answer for the second sentence.
Answered by
john
okay and the answer can only be a noun.adverb or adjective.
Answered by
Ms. Sue
Direct objects are nouns.
Answered by
john
okay and the second one is i have permission and its a adverb?
Answered by
Ms. Sue
No. "I have permission" is not an infinitive phrase.
http://www.chompchomp.com/terms/infinitivephrase.htm
http://www.chompchomp.com/terms/infinitivephrase.htm
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john
so it is to use and it would be a adverb
Answered by
Ms. Sue
2. Yes, the infinitive is "to use." It's an adjective modifying permission.
Answered by
john
thank you and for this one: Meredith is to be restored as captain.the infinitive is to be and is a noun?
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