Present Participle Phrases/Sentence Fragments 6,7

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What is a present participle phrase?

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A present participle phrase is a group of words that includes a present participle (a verb ending in -ing) and any modifiers or complements. It acts as an adjective to provide more information about a noun.

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Identify the present participle in the phrase: 'Running down the street.'

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Running.

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What is a sentence fragment?

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A sentence fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought. It is missing a subject, a verb, or does not stand alone as a complete sentence.

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Example of a sentence fragment.

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The guy with brown shoulder length hair and faded 504 jeans.

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How can you identify a present participle phrase in a sentence?

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Look for a verb ending in -ing that is accompanied by modifiers or complements, and check if it describes a noun.

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Combine these sentences using a present participle phrase: 'The dog barked. The dog chased the cat.'

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Barking loudly, the dog chased the cat.

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What is the function of a present participle phrase in a sentence?

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It provides additional information about a noun, often describing an action related to that noun.

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Identify the present participle phrase in this sentence: 'Singing beautifully, the choir captivated the audience.'

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Singing beautifully.

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What is the difference between a complete sentence and a sentence fragment?

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A complete sentence has a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought, while a sentence fragment lacks one of these elements and does not express a complete thought.

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Combine these sentences using a present participle phrase: 'The girl was running. The girl fell.'

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Running quickly, the girl fell.