10. (MC) Identify the verbal and its function in the sentence:
Spotting the tiny cricket was easy for the frog.
It is a gerund functioning as a noun.
It is a gerund functioning as a verb.
It is an infinitive functioning as a noun.
It is an infinitive functioning as a verb.

Synonyms and antonyms of the word mean is

Which is the best strategy for responding to counter-arguments in your persuasive research essay? a. avoid addressing opinions that point out flaws in your thesis. b. use language that will appeal to the emotions of your audience. c. respond to reasonable outlooks instead of weak ones. d. ignore any evidence that does not support your own thesis

What is implied in this sentence from mark twain's "the £1,000,000 bank-note"? i was puzzled, and wanted to discuss the matter a little further, but they didn't; so i took my leave, feeling hurt and insulted to be made the butt of what was apparently some kind of a practical joke, and yet obliged to put up with it, not being in circumstances to resent affronts from rich and strong folk.