Question

In the blank, write each infinitive or infinitive phrase, and indicate if the infinitive functions as a noun, adjective or adverb. The clown began to dance. The carpenter wanted to build a beautiful new home.

The Vietnam veteran went on a tour to speak about his project.

Answer 1

The infinitive 'to dance' functions as an adverb in the first sentence, while 'to build a beautiful new home' functions as a noun in the second sentence. In the third sentence, 'to speak about his project' operates as an adverb.

Step-by-step explanation:

The infinitive phrases in the given sentences are 'to dance', 'to build a beautiful new home', and 'to speak about his project'.

1. In the sentence, 'The clown began to dance.', the infinitive 'to dance' functions as an adverb, explaining the purpose of the clown's action to begin.
2. In the sentence, 'The carpenter wanted to build a beautiful new home.', the infinitive phrase 'to build a beautiful new home' functions as a noun, since it is the direct object of the verb 'wanted', specifying what the carpenter wanted to do.
3. Lastly, in the sentence, 'The Vietnam veteran went on a tour to speak about his project.', the infinitive 'to speak about his project' also functions as an adverb, modifying the verb 'went' and describing the veteran's purpose for going on the tour.