Participles and Gerunds WKST KEY

Identify the participle-- We rehearsed a dance routine choreographed originally by Gower Champion. (1)

Identify the gerund-- The next issue on the agenda is electing new club officers. (1)

Identify the gerund-- Slicing raw onions can be a tearful experience. (1)

Find the participle-- Leaving the classroom, I saw my friends standing in the corridor. (2)

Identify the participle-- Concentrating on the bull’s-eye, Carl aimed at the dartboard. (1)

Identify the gerunds-- Johnny got our attention by waving his arms and jumping up and down. (2)

Identify the participle-- The old man, feeling weary, slowly sat in the folding chair. (2)

Identify the participle -- Her story, discussed on the popular talk show, amazed the listening audience. (2)

Identify the participle-- Any product stamped with this date should be removed from the shelves immediately. (1)

Identify the gerund-- Grandmother gets relaxation for playing the cello. (1)

Identify the gerund-The player’s greatest strength is returning punts, and his greatest weakness is throwing blocks. (2)

Identify the gerunds-- Weather conditions are perfect for rowing down the river or for hiking through the woods. (2)

Identify the participle-- Beware of the broken glass on the floor. (1)

Identify the gerund-- Wrestling is my cousin’s favorite activity. (1)

Identify the participle-- The chocolate soufflé prepared by Chef Perry was the highlight of the terrific meal. (1)

Identify the gerunds-- Is writing letters the best way of keeping in touch? (2)

Identify the participle/participial phrase -- The guard, having left, did not notice the burning rubbish. (2)

Identify the participle-- Dustin was talking to the girl wearing the leg brace. (1)

Identify the gerund-- That character actor’s special talent is portraying historical figures. (1)

Identify the gerund-- Has working with a tutor improved your grades? (1)

Identify the participle-- The plans kept in this file will be reviewed in the coming season. (2)