1. Infinitives, Gerunds, Participles
Verbals
Infinitives, Gerunds, Participles

2. Infinitives
Remember: -the word to plus a verb -can function as nouns, adjectives, or adverbs; never function as verbs even though they look like verbs -avoid split infinitives, especially in formal writing or speaking

3. Infinitives
We want to write about Life of Pi. Christopher Columbus did not plan to discover the Americas. Because I ran a personal best time, I was allowed to ring the bell at the end of the race.

4. Gerunds Remember: -always end in ing
-always function as nouns; never function as verbs even though they look like verbs
-use possessive before a gerund

5. Gerunds
Organizing the pep rally is Emily’s responsibility. Reading a good book is one of my favorite activities. The best way to learn is by making mistakes.

6. Participles
Remember: -end in ing, ed, or en -function as adjectives or adverbs; never function as verbs even though they look like verbs

7. Participles
The man wearing a plaid jacket is the CEO. Items hidden around town were found during our scavenger hunt. The host presented a turkey crammed with duck and chicken.