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QUARTER 2
WEEK 8

Capsulized Self-Learning Empowerment Toolkit

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TOPIC INFINITIVES, GERUNDS AND NOUN CLAUSES

Use phrases, clauses and sentences appropriately and
meaningfully
LEARNING Code: Objectives:
COMPETENCY EN7G-II-v.a-1 * Define gerunds, infinitives and noun clauses; and,
* Identify gerunds, infinitives and noun clauses in the
sentence.

UNDERSTAND
Infinitives, Gerunds, Noun Clauses
Study the following sentences:
1. Many are interested to buy plants.
2. Collecting plants involves buying.

Notice the underlined words in the sentences.

• On sentence number 1, it uses the word to added by the action word buy
• On sentence number 2, it is in -ing form of the verb.
Although these examples are not originally nouns, but both underlined words function as a noun in the
sentence.
• The phrase to buy is an example of an infinitive, while buying is an example of gerund.

What are infinitives?

A. Infinitives are verb phrases that begin with the preposition “to” followed by an action verb (to+
action verb). Infinitives can function as a noun, also as an adjective, or adverb.
Note: For this week, the infinitives that will be discussed are the ones that function as a noun.

Examples:
1. To shop during General Community Quarantine (GCQ), one must have a quarantine
pass.

To + shop (to + action verb) is the infinitive within the infinitive phrase “To shop during
General Community Quarantine (GCQ)”

2. To travel these days, can be stressful.

To + travel is the infinitive within the infinitive phrase “To travel these days.

What is a Gerund?

B. A gerund is a verb ending in –ing that is used as a noun and answers the question what?

Example:
Reading widens one’s vocabulary.

The verb reading functions as a noun in this sentence. It also answers the question, “What widens
one’s vocabulary?”

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The basic idea of gerund is that, the action word is used as a thing or idea and not as a physical
activity.
Example: He is swimming fast. (Swimming indicates a physical action, so it is NOT a gerund)
Swimming is his favorite sport. (Swimming is an answer to the question what is his
favorite sport? So, it is a gerund)

C. A noun clause is a dependent clause that acts as a noun. Noun clauses begin with words such
as how, that, what, whatever, when, where, whether, which, whichever, who, whoever, whom,
whomever, and why.

Examples: 1. It is unsure how long shall we wait till the vaccine for COVID-19 will be available.
2. Do you know what pandemic means?
3. Whoever disobeys the guidelines of General Community Quarantine will be
penalized.

SAQ-1: Check the box (/) of the correct answer.

It is in -ing form and functions as a noun.
 Infinitives
 Gerunds
 Noun clause

SAQ-2: She was happy that her friend offered to give her a free ride. The words in bold is a/an
 infinitive
 gerund
 noun clause

Let’s Practice!

Directions: Identify whether the underlined phrase/clause is an infinitive, gerund or noun clause.
Write I for infinitive, G for gerund, NC for noun clause.

_______ 1. Gardening has become a trend during the quarantine period.

_______ 2. I like to cook my favorite dish on my birthday.
_______ 3. Looking at my Facebook wall, many have engaged in bartering.
_______ 4. Whichever place you go in the city, you must always follow the GCQ guidelines.
_______ 5. Everybody is hoping to leave their homes without fear of contracting the virus.
_______ 6. There must be enough supplies when we are put on a lockdown.
_______ 7. To stay at home can help save lives.
_______ 8. The new normal doesn’t allow us to do whatever we want.
_______ 9. Students are still adjusting to distance learning.
_______ 10. Do you know what the future holds?

REMEMBER
Key Points

A. Infinitives = to + base form of the verb.

Examples: to + sing = to sing, to + write = to write, to + study = to study
B. Gerunds = is in the -ing form.
Examples: sing + -ing = singing, write + -ing = writing, study + -ing = studying
(Both infinitives and gerunds function as a noun in the sentence)
C. A noun clause is a dependent clause that acts as a noun. Noun clauses begin with words such
as how, that, what, whatever, when, where, whether, which, whichever, who, whoever, whom,
whomever, and why.
Examples: Whomever you prefer, that she is loved

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TRY
Let’s see how much have you learned today!
A. Directions: Tick  the corresponding letter of the best answer

1. Learning can be achieved in many ways. The underlined word is a/an

 a. Infinitive
 b. Gerund
 c. Noun clause

2. Parents and learners were given the chance to choose what mode of learning they are
comfortable with for this school year. The underlined word is a/an

 a. Infinitive
 b. Gerund
 c. Noun clause

3. Students can accomplish their school requirements whenever they can within the week. The
underlined phrase is a/an

 a. Infinitive
 b. Gerund
 c. Noun Clause

4. In the sentence, “Dancing can be done only at home during this situation.” Which word or
words is a gerund.
 a. at home
 b. Dancing
 c. this situation

5. Homeschooling is something new to most Filipino learners. What is the gerund in this sentence?

 a. something
 b. Homeschooling
 c. Filipino learners

6. To adapt to the new normal, awareness is one of the keys. To adapt is an example of

 a. infintive
 b. gerund
 c. noun clause

B. Fill in the blanks. Tick  the corresponding letter of the best answer.

7. Choose the best phrase/clause to complete the sentence.

It is best to wear a mask, ________________.
 a. to go
 b. walking outside
 c. when we go out

8. Give the best infinitive for the given sentence. ________ is our best weapon against this
pandemic.

 a. To cry
 b. To pray
 c. To jump

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9. Choose the best noun clause for this sentence: My strength is ______________.

 a. why we care
 b. that I love myself
 c. whichever place that is

C. Paraphrase the sentence using infinitives. Tick  the corresponding letter of the best answer.

10. Staying home can save lives.

 a. To help save lives is to stay at home.
 b. Whoever stays home, can save lives.
 c. Saving lives can be done by staying at home.

For further reading and more exercises, access the links below:

Lesson Plan: Teaching Infinitives, Gerunds & Participle, Bright Hub

Education, accessed June 20, 2020,
https://www.brighthubeducation.com/middle-school-english-lessons/27163-
teaching-gerunds-participles-infinitives/
REFERENCE/S
“How to Teach Gerunds and Infinitives to ESL Students without Confusing
Them”, FluentU English Educator Blog, accessed June 19, 2020,
https://www.fluentu.com/blog/educator-english/esl-gerunds-and-infinitives/

“Noun Clause”, K12 Reader, last accessed June 19, 2020,

https://www.k12LAreader.com/term/noun-clause

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