Example of Correct Uses of the Gerund

We know that the gerund is a verb that expresses coexistence of time or immediate prior. Let's remember the correct uses:

• It is correct when referring to a subject and explaining it. Example of the use of the gerund.
José María Barajas "El Pipila", carrying a slab on his back, came to the door of the Alhóndiga de Granaditas and set it on fire.

• When it joins certain verbs like: ir, estar. Example of the use of the gerund.
They go up the hill.
I am preparing an exam.

• When it is equivalent to the infinitive of the verb. Example of the use of the gerund.
We saw him talking to Raúl. (Talk.)

• When it has the value of an adjective, as already seen.Example of the use of the gerund.
There is a girl crying.

If he use of the gerund does not comply with these standards, it is incorrect, as in the following cases:

1. We received a note containing important data (which you have).
2. The hunter discovered footprints betraying the beast (which they gave away).
3. I am writing to you to beg... (I am writing to you. Songs and laughter were heard denoting great joy (which was).
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4. A decree was published prohibiting the importation of articles (which it prohibits).