PARTICIPIAL PHRASES FLASHCARD

Front

What is a participial phrase?

Back

A participial phrase is a group of words that includes a participle (a verb form that can function as an adjective) and any modifiers or complements. It provides more information about a noun or pronoun.

Front

Identify the participial phrase in this sentence: 'Running down the street, the dog chased the ball.'

Back

Running down the street.

Front

What role does a participial phrase play in a sentence?

Back

A participial phrase acts as an adjective, providing additional information about a noun or pronoun.

Front

Identify the participial phrase in this sentence: 'Excited about the trip, the students packed their bags.'

Back

Excited about the trip.

Front

What is the participle in the phrase 'Baked fresh daily'?

Back

Baked.

Front

Identify the participial phrase in this sentence: 'Covered in chocolate, the strawberries were a hit at the party.'

Back

Covered in chocolate.

Front

What is the function of the participial phrase in the sentence: 'Shocked by the news, she couldn't speak.'

Back

It describes 'she' and explains her state.

Front

Identify the participial phrase in this sentence: 'Having finished their homework, the kids went outside to play.'

Back

Having finished their homework.

Front

What is a past participle?

Back

A past participle is a verb form that typically ends in -ed, -d, -t, -en, or -n and is used to form perfect tenses or as an adjective.

Front

Identify the participial phrase in this sentence: 'Worn out from the game, the players rested on the bench.'

Back

Worn out from the game.