Find out the sentence where gerund is used.

Find out the sentence where gerund is used. Correct Answer I enjoy writing stories for children

The correct answer is option 4, 'I enjoy writing stories for children'.

Key Points

  •  Here the concept of the Direct object of the gerund is used.
  • A gerund is a verb(verb + ing) form that functions as a noun.
  • When the gerund is receiving the action in the sentence, it is working as the direct object.
    • ​Example: 'Samira enjoy cooking'.
  • With the above points, it is clear that :

The correct sentence is: 'I enjoy writing stories for children'.

Additional Information

  • Gerund as subject: When the gerund is performing the action in the sentence, it's functioning as the subject.
    • Example: 'Writing is an exchange of thoughts'.
  • Gerund as Indirect object: An indirect object indicates who, whom or what the action is directed toward.
    • Example: 'I made singing my priority'.

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