English Chapter 7 Review

INJURED IN THE FALL, Evelyn considered dropping out of the race. 

The runners wanted to show their appreciation. 

Jorge is anxious about learning music. 

All the candidates praise WORKING people. 

Playing guitar well takes a great deal of skill. 

I wish they hadn't decided to allow professionals into the Olympics. 

The smiling man in the third row is my uncle. 

(#16-20 identify the participle) The disappointed crow went hungry that day.

Victor has a talent for finding words that fit the music. 

To compete, you must be diligent in your training. 

Larry, surrounded by guards, decided TO TOSS THE BALL AT THE BASKET. 

The committee decided to present a trophy to the winner. 

Singing is the most fundamental form of music. 

Kathy said she saw a SPOTTED owl. 

Once the season starts, skating is all Orville thinks about. 

Morgan isn't interested in playing in an orchestra. 

(#31-33, what is the infinitive acting like?) Athletes from around the world went to compete.

Their desire to excel is what motivates athletes. 

REMEMBERING MY FIRST KITE brings back a lot of other memories. 

Evan bought all the materials for BUILDING a boat. 

Elena has a knack for composing ditties. 

WATCHING YOU TRY OUT, I decided I should too. 

(#21-25, gerund or participle?) The slave Aesop was a master at TELLING stories.

Developing an ear for music takes time.

Dale's goal is touring with a rock band. 

Ron's problem was thinking he was the best player. 

( #11-15, identify what part of the sentence) We encourage his entering the competition.

Francine likes performing for an audience but hates to practice. 

(Questions 1-10 identify the gerund) Eating just before his performance gave Ben a stomachache.

Have you heard our whistling teapot?

Please by the noisy applause, the singer gave an encore. 

In music and comedy, timing is everything. 

(#26-30, identify the infinitive) Kenneth's goal is to win the race.

Who wants to race on Saturday?

SAILING inspired Henry to write poetry. 

The nursery is famous for GROWING beautiful orchids. 

Larry, SURROUNDED BY GUARDS, decided to toss the ball at the basket. 

Gina enjoys studying with a real artist. 

The boasting hare lost the race to the tortoise. 

(#34-40, identify what kind of verbal) TO DO YOUR BEST, you must develop a positive attitude