Using Verbs as Subjects. English grammar with exercises. Free eBook and Free printable PDF. Esl printable Worksheets
Using Verbs as Subjects
Using Verbs as Subjects
Verb phrases in the form of present participles and infinitives sometimes function as subjects in English. Some grammars refer to present participles that perform nominal functions as gerunds. Examples of verbs and verb phrases as subjects include the following:
- Reading is one of my favorite pastimes. (present participle)
- Study the English language requires effort and diligence. (present participle)
- Listening to quiet music can relax you before bed. (present participle)
- The running of the bulls is a controversial event. (present participle)
- To err is human. (infinitive)
- To forgive is divine. (infinitive)
- To not finish the race now would be a shame. (infinitive)
- To never accomplish my goals is my biggest fear. (infinitive)
Present Participle as Subject
Infinitive as Subject
Using Verbs as Subjects
Exercises
VERBS AS SUBJECTS
EXERCISE 1.
Transform the following sentences following the example.
e.g. It was safer to stay than leave.
Staying was safer than leaving.
- It is better to go to the cinema than stay at home.
- Studying English is easier than studying physics.
- It is nicer to lie on the beach than work.
- Playing football is funnier than playing chess.
- Helping people is better than treating them badly.
- To shop is more enjoyable than work.
- Flying is more dangerous than driving.
- Reading is more educational than playing video games.
- Walking is healthier than smoking.
- It’s better to smile than to cry.
- Driving slowly is less risky than driving fast.
- Studying is more boring than going to the park for a walk.
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