25-03-2025 (Gerund)

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vwo
• Leerjaar 2

Welcome

Planning  I Monday the 25th of March

-  gerund

Goal: After today you will be able to explain and use the gerund. 

Gerund

A gerund is s a verb that’s acting as a noun. By that, we mean that the verb—the word that describes the action that’s happening, like “biking,” “thinking,” “running,” or “speaking”—becomes a thing.

Examples

Swimming in the ocean has been Sharon’s passion since she was five years old.

Apologizing to me isn't enough this time.

She is afraid of flying.

Examples

Swimming in the ocean has been Sharon’s passion since she was five years old.

Apologizing to me isn't enough this time.

She is afraid of flying.

Gerund or not?

1. Smoking is bad for you. 
2. I enjoy reading a good book. 
3. They were watching a movie when I called.
4. The children, laughing loudly, ran through the sprinklers.
5. He avoided answering the difficult question.

Gerund or not?

1. Smoking is bad for you. 
2. I enjoy reading a good book. 
3. They were watching a movie when I called.
4. The children, laughing loudly, ran through the sprinklers.
5. He avoided answering the difficult question.

Gerund or not?

1. Please stop __________ (interrupt) me when I’m speaking.
2. He promised __________ (help) me move this weekend.
3. Would you mind __________ (close) the window? It’s getting chilly
4. We agreed __________ (meet) at the café around noon.
5. We agreed on __________ (meet) at the café around noon.
6. My brother hates __________ (ask) for help, even when he clearly needs it.
7. You should try __________ (restart) your computer — it might help.

Homework 

Exercises: finish the worksheet