Review- Participles and Infinitives

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What is a participle?

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A participle is a verb form that can function as an adjective, typically ending in -ing (present participle) or -ed (past participle).

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What is a participial phrase?

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A participial phrase includes a participle and any modifiers or complements. It acts as an adjective in a sentence.

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

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barking loudly

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Identify the participial phrase in this sentence: 'The book written by the author was a bestseller.'

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written by the author

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

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A participial phrase modifies a noun or pronoun, providing more information about it.

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Identify the participle in this sentence: 'The broken vase lay on the floor.'

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broken

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Identify the participle in this sentence: 'The running water was cold.'

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running

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What is an infinitive?

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An infinitive is the base form of a verb, usually preceded by 'to' (e.g., to run, to eat).

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What is the function of an infinitive in a sentence?

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An infinitive can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb.

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Identify the infinitive in this sentence: 'She wants to learn Spanish.'

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to learn