"To hike through canyons" will be converted into a gerund phrase by changing the verb "to hike" into a verb that end in -ing.
So, To hike through canyons is strenuous activity becomes Hiking through canyons is a strenuous activity.
Gerund phrases starts with a gerund, or a word that ends in -ing. It is followed by other modifiers or objects. Gerund phrases function as nouns. So, they can be subjects, subject complements, or objects in the sentence.
gerund phrase - Hiking through canyons
gerund - hiking
serves as subject of the sentence.
The answer is C.
I tape the last box closed and add it to the stack by the door. My closet is empty except for my old mitts and my well worn cleats.
The answer would be larceny and furtive.
The answer would be A. Assets