Unit 8 Participles Cisco Kuenning

Thirteen colonies went to war with England by declaring their independence.

What is the gerund phrase? Playing jokes on people seems like a strange way to celebrate a holiday.

We had overlooked the hiding puppy.

Summoning up his courage, Miguel approached the podium to give his speech. (Participial Phrase)

This sentence contains an infinitive phrase. I hate to go to bed without brushing my teeth.

The nervous bird was pecking at the girl. (Select the participle)

Staying up late the night before makes the first holiday of the year seem like the shortest.

I'm lucky to go to such a good school. (Infinitive)

The lot, filled with cars, was enormous. (Participial Phrase)

In Christians traditions, Easter marks the rising of Jesus from the dead. (Gerund)

The flashing sign was distracting. (Select the participle)

A holiday in June features flying the American flag, a tradition that began after the civil war.

Is the participle part of a verb phrase or an adjective? The determined police officer chased the thief.

I like to read to my sister. (inifnitive)

Many people are hoping to stop old habits.

The following program is my dad's favorite.

The spilled oil spread over the floor. (Select the participle)

The colonies knew they were entering a dangerous and fateful time.

To win the last three games will be difficult tonight. (Infinitive)

To multiply big numbers in her head is my sister's special talent. (Infinitive Phrase)

The hospital chaplain stopped to say hello to Maggie after her operation. (Infinitive)

What is the gerund phrase? Most people would agree that respecting mothers is important every day of the year.

Surprised by our gift of a new winter coat, Grandmother began to cry for joy. (Participial Phrase)

This sentence contains an infinitive phrase. She sent cards to many different people.

The custom of celebrating Valentine's Day stretches back a long way. (Select the Gerund)

By eating the special foods at the seder, Jews remember the fight of their ancestors. (Select the Gerund)

Holidays belonging to three major groups are celebrated.

Sharing valentines with others can brighten a wintry February day. (Select the Gerund)

George had worked a great deal at the waterpark.

June 14 is Flag Day, a day for remembering the first American flag.

What is the gerund phrase? However, exchanging gag gifts was a custom in France that grew into our April Fool's Day.

Too many people like to argue to others about politics. (Infinitive)

This sentence contains an infinitive phrase. Christine likes to read historical novels.

Observing religious holidays is common throughout the United States.

Homeless families often stayed at a shelter operated by a local church. (Participial Phrase)

Watching fireworks is also a big part of the Fourth.

Bringing customs and traditions from their homelands, immigrants add to the rich holiday mix.

This sentence contains an infinitive phrase. Let me say thanks to everyone involved with the project.

Is the participle part of a verb phrase or an adjective? Drew has decided to order a piece of cake.

Having a special day for fathers was the idea of a Spokane, Washington, woman.

The forgiving teacher accepted the boy's apology. (Select the participle)

Do you like to eat Chinese food? (Infinitive)

Certain states are celebrating regional holidays.

With the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the American Revolution began.