Question

which sentence contains words in italics that form a gerund phrase? A gerund is a verb form used the same way as a noun. A. The laughing boy sat down. B. An interesting novel provides good entertainment. C. Winning the race demanded speed and endurance. D. I am going home.

Answer 1

The sentence that contains words in italic that form a gerund phrase is C. Winning the race demanded speed and endurance.
The gerund here is winning the race, and it is used as the subject of the sentence.