Participial phrases are verb forms that act like ______.

Gerund phrases act like_________.

Gerunds always end in _______.

An infinitive is a verb form that begins with the word __________.

Gerunds act as what part of speech?

Present participles always end with

Facing high school standards, students realized they hadn't worked hard enough in middle school.

I am expected to do the dishes every night.

Her most important achievement was winning the national championship.

Getting up at five, we are able to catch the first trip.

Collecting postcards used to be a popular hobby.

Gathering my courage, I asked the teacher for help with my schoolwork.

After getting good grades, I went to the beach all summer.

Jumping up and down, the cheerleaders urged the team on and got the fans to their feet.

Find the participle phrase

Driving down the highway, Dan spotted a dead deer.

What are the two ways a participle can end?

Find the participle: The ship sailed within striking distance.

Find the participial phrase: The pilot pushed on the yoke, changing the direction of the plane.