Class 6 English Worksheet on Gerunds as Subjects and objects
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Class 6 English Worksheet on Gerunds as Subjects and objects
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Neha KhanVisit Profile
I am an enthusiastic and dedicated English educator at PlanetSpark. I am passionate about helping students develop strong communication and public speaking skills while building their confidence and creativity. My teaching approach focuses on making learning fun, interactive, and meaningful so that every student feels inspired to express themselves effectively in English.
Mastering Gerunds: Nouns in Action for Class 6
This Grade 6 worksheet is designed to help students understand and master the use of gerunds as subjects and objects. By treating "-ing" verb forms as nouns, learners can create more sophisticated and fluid sentences. Through a variety of task types including multiple-choice questions, true/false exercises, fill-in-the-blanks, sentence rewriting, and paragraph completion, students will build a strong foundation in this essential grammar skill.
Why Gerunds Matter in Grammar?
Gerunds allow writers to describe actions as concepts or things, which is vital for Grade 6 learners because:
1. They expand sentence variety by allowing verbs to function as subjects or objects.
2. They help students distinguish between an action happening now and an action as a general concept.
3. They provide a more natural way to express likes, dislikes, and hobbies.
4. Mastering gerunds is a stepping stone toward advanced writing and formal communication.
What’s in This Worksheet?
This worksheet includes five grammar-rich activities that build fluency with gerunds:
Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice Questions
Students identify whether a gerund is correctly used as a subject (the focus of the sentence) or an object (the receiver of the action). Example: "Swimming is a great way to relax" (Subject).
Exercise 2 – True and False
Learners evaluate sentences to determine if the gerund form is used correctly or if an incorrect form, like an infinitive, has been used instead. Example: "I enjoy to read books" (False).
Exercise 3 – Fill in the Blanks
Students practice verb conjugation by converting base verbs into their gerund (-ing) form to complete sentences accurately. Example: "(Read) books is a great way to relax" becomes "Reading".
Exercise 4 – Sentence Rewriting
This task challenges students to rewrite sentences by replacing infinitives (to + verb) with gerunds, acting as either subjects or objects. Example: "To swim in the ocean is amazing" becomes "Swimming...".
Exercise 5 – Paragraph Completion
A comprehensive activity where students fill in a narrative passage using the correct gerund forms, ensuring the text flows logically and grammatically.
Complete Answer Key
Exercise No. 1
1. A) Swimming is a great way to relax.
2. B) I enjoy reading books before bed.
3. A) Eating vegetables is important for health.
4. B) She dislikes writing long essays.
5. A) Traveling broadens your horizons.
6. B) He enjoys jogging in the park.
7. A) Writing can be therapeutic.
8. B) He started running in the morning.
9. A) Dancing is a fun hobby.
10. B) She enjoys singing in the choir.
Exercise No. 2
1. Running every morning keeps me healthy. — T
2. I enjoy to read books in the evening. — F
3. Swimming in the ocean is my favorite activity. — T
4. She likes singing in the shower. — T
5. To playing soccer is fun. — F
6. I dislike studying on weekends. — T
7. To dancing with friends is so much fun. — F
8. He loves reading books before bed. — T
9. Jogging in the park is relaxing. — T
10. I prefer to playing video games. — F
Exercise No. 3
1. Reading books is a great way to relax.
2. I love swimming in the ocean during summer.
3. Jogging regularly is essential for staying healthy.
4. Writing in a journal helps me reflect on my day.
5. I enjoy traveling to new cities every year.
6. Cooking dinner is one of my favorite hobbies.
7. Dancing is not only fun but also a good workout.
8. Working out in the gym is part of my daily routine.
9. Painting allows me to express my creativity.
10. I find studying languages very interesting.
Exercise No. 4
1. We are thinking about visiting a new place this summer.
2. Swimming in the ocean is amazing.
3. I enjoy reading books.
4. Dancing with friends is fun.
5. She loves swimming in the ocean.
6. Playing a musical instrument can be difficult.
7. I prefer traveling during holidays.
8. Traveling the world is my dream.
9. They like playing soccer on weekends.
10. Singing at the concert was an amazing experience.
Exercise No. 5
Playing video games is fun, but I prefer reading books. Reading books is fun. I enjoy traveling during the holidays and often find visiting new places exciting. Working hard for your goals is important, but it's equally important to taking breaks. I often end the day by watching my favorite TV show. Exercise in the morning helps me feel energized. Cooking new recipes is something I look forward to every weekend. Learning new skills is a great way to stay sharp. I find listening to music while working helps me focus. I dislike studying on weekends.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gerunds are verbs ending in -ing that function as subjects or objects, like "Swimming is fun."
Look for verbs ending in -ing that act as nouns in the sentence, e.g., "I enjoy reading books."
Confusing gerunds with present participles, or using infinitives instead of gerunds when needed.
