Identify the gerund or gerund phrase in the following sentences. (remember that gerunds and gerund phrases are used as nouns.) 1. racing is a popular amusement. 2. collecting coins has proved to be a profitable hobby for many people. 3. my mother’s favorite exercise is digging in the garden. 4. by hooking the cars together, we pulled them out of the mud. 5. exercising daily keeps your body in good tone.