The Missing Subject

Worksheet Description

This worksheet begins with a brief overview of gerunds and their function as verbs ending in “-ing” that act as nouns. It also provides a word bank consisting of verbs that can be transformed into gerunds.

In the main section of the worksheet, students encounter a series of sentences with blanks. Their task is to select an appropriate gerund from the word bank and insert it into the sentence, ensuring that it fits contextually and grammatically. This exercise encourages students to think critically about how gerunds can be used as subjects to express actions, activities, or concepts.

By completing this worksheet, students will enhance their understanding of gerunds and their application in sentence formation. They will develop proficiency in choosing the correct gerund form from the given word bank and employing it accurately in sentence construction.