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

Responses
1. A gerund is a noun that functions as the direct object receiving the action in a sentence.
2. A gerund is a verb ending in -ing that functions as a verb in a sentence.
3. A gerund is a noun that functions as the subject of a sentence.
4. A gerund is a verb ending in -ing that functions as a noun in a sentence.
Which answer is it?? Choose between 1. 2. 3. and 4.

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The correct answer is: 4. A gerund is a verb ending in -ing that functions as a noun in a sentence.

Which sentence includes a gerund?(1 point)
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1. While swimming at the beach, Harper found a starfish.
2. Swimming in the gulf is Finn's favorite summer activity.
3. Graham learned to dive at the community swimming pool.
4. Nash has been swimming since he was five years old.
Which answer is it?? Choose between 1. 2. 3. and 4.

The correct answer is: 2. Swimming in the gulf is Finn's favorite summer activity.

In this sentence, "Swimming" functions as a noun, making it a gerund.

Which sentence includes a gerund?(1 point)
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1. The runners are lacing up their shoes.
2. My family is impressed by my cooking.
3. A healthy breakfast of steaming hot biscuits is served.
4. I am running a marathon this weekend.
Which answer is it?? Choose between 1. 2. 3. and 4.

The correct answer is: 2. My family is impressed by my cooking.

In this sentence, "cooking" functions as a noun, making it a gerund.

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