Determine the nature of this statement. the author grew up in the small town he uses for a setting. fact or opinion

Which sentence contains a gerund? sally is fishing on the lake with her father and brothers.marcus is supposed to be joining the discussion later today.my cat was not interested in the dangling string.her chorus director does not appreciate angela's fidgeting.

How do to my dear loving husband and to the kings most excellent majesty's reflect cultural values of their time

Isaw my future flash before me and it did not take me anytime to slow down. i need to replace the words "it did".