Identifying Participial Phrases

Identifying Participial Phrases

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English

9th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a participial phrase?

Back

A participial phrase is a group of words that includes a participle (a verb form used as an adjective) and any modifiers or complements. It functions as an adjective in a sentence.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the participial phrase in the sentence: 'The dog barking loudly kept me awake.'

Back

The participial phrase is 'barking loudly.'

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What noun does the participial phrase modify in the sentence: 'The students excited about the trip were eager to leave.'?

Back

The participial phrase 'excited about the trip' modifies 'students.'

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you identify a participial phrase in a sentence?

Back

Look for a verb form ending in -ing or -ed that acts as an adjective, often accompanied by modifiers.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the function of a participial phrase in a sentence?

Back

A participial phrase functions as an adjective, providing more information about a noun.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the participial phrase in the sentence: 'The car parked outside is mine.'

Back

The participial phrase is 'parked outside.'

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What noun does the participial phrase modify in the sentence: 'The teacher known for her kindness is retiring.'?

Back

The participial phrase 'known for her kindness' modifies 'teacher.'

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