DIRECTIONS:
1. Determine the function of the underlined gerund or gerund phrase. (24 points)
*Select one of the options from the multiple choices listed.
*There are exactly FOUR of each type.
Calling is the best choice.
David gives racing most of his time.
Catching a big fish made the day at the lake worthwhile.
Living in the Middle East for a year was an adventure for the whole family.
Ray enjoys listening to music from the 60’s.
Some people give gossiping too much time.
George lightened the mood by whistling.
Watching television has many benefits.
Despite her injury, Diana still loves skating.
One thing that Jay enjoyed was writing papers for English.
I provide dancing too much dedication.
Olivia devotes her time to helping others.
Singing the fight song has always been a tradition before each football game.
I told Laura that she should consider acting as a career.
Brushing regularly protected me from cavities.
Being in enclosed places makes Tonya nervous.
Something that keeps everyone awake is Jessica’s snoring.
The ancients had no way of knowing the weather ahead of time.
Lissy gave singing her best effort.
Dividing the chores helps the kids at our house.
We enjoyed seeing videotapes of our childhood.
Important to Len will always be gaining the trust of his friends.
Omar and Brian are responsible for training their dogs.
My grandfather’s job as a young man was mining coal.