Participial and Appositive Phrases Flashcard

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What is a participial phrase?

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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.

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

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barking loudly

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What is an appositive phrase?

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An appositive phrase is a noun or noun phrase that renames or provides additional information about another noun next to it. It usually follows the noun it describes.

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Identify the appositive phrase in the sentence: 'My brother, a skilled guitarist, plays in a band.'

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a skilled guitarist

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

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

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What is the function of an appositive phrase in a sentence?

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An appositive phrase provides additional information or clarification about a noun, often adding detail or context.

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Identify the participial phrase in the sentence: 'Running down the street, she tripped over a rock.'

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Running down the street

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Identify the appositive phrase in the sentence: 'The book, a thrilling mystery, kept me up all night.'

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a thrilling mystery

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What is the difference between a participial phrase and an appositive phrase?

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A participial phrase modifies a noun by describing an action or state, while an appositive phrase renames or provides additional information about a noun.

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Provide an example of a sentence with both a participial phrase and an appositive phrase.

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The cat, sleeping on the windowsill, is my favorite pet.