Which underlined phrases are gerund phrases? Select two options.

A. A healthy lifestyle requires getting regular exercise.
B. To live a long life, it's important to have a healthy diet.
C. Watching too much television may contribute to depression.
D. Gregarious by nature, monkeys are highly social creatures.
E. The athlete's ability to stay calm under pressure was legendary.



Answer :

Final answer:

Gerund phrases function as nouns and end in -ing in sentences provided.


Explanation:

Gerund phrases function as nouns and end in -ing. In the sentences provided, the underlined gerund phrases are:

  • Getting regular exercise - in the sentence 'A healthy lifestyle requires getting regular exercise.'
  • Having a healthy diet - in the sentence 'To live a long life, it's important to have a healthy diet.'

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