Participles vs Gerunds

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Hearing a loud noise, we ran to the window.

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The motorcyclist was injured and is now fighting for his life.

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He ruined his sight by watching TV all day.

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His surprised look was amusing when we saw it. 

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Asking questions is a lot easier than answering them. 

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We spent the whole day playing cards. 

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The young girl, singing to herself softly, has a lovely voice. 

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Since picking the flowers is forbidden, I can only take pictures of them. 

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A  miser hates spending his money on anything.

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Surprised by his absence, I couldn't believe Sarah missed another day of school. 

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