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Grammar Forms
13.1 Gerunds
A gerund is the base form of the verb + -ing. It acts as a noun and can be in the subject or object
position in a sentence.
Position Example
1. as the subject of a sentence Exercising just 30 minutes a day can lead to good heart health.
2. as the object of certain verbs Many students avoid making outlines before they begin to write.
3. as the object of a preposition Education majors look forward to helping students succeed.
13.2 Infinitives
An infinitive is to + base form of the verb. It is used:
Position Example
1. after certain verbs The company’s marketing strategy failed to attract new
customers.
2. in the construction it + be + It is possible to receive on-the-job training for some careers.
adjective
13.3 Negative Gerunds and Infinitives
The word not goes before a gerund or infinitive to make it negative.
Form Example
not + gerund Not taking time to relax increases one’s stress level.
Many students worry about not finding a job after they graduate.
not + infinitive In order to address global warming, it is important not to waste
water, food, or energy.
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