Identify the participle phrases in these sentences.
1. Talking on the phone, Maya crossed the road carelessly.
2. I saw Jacob in the distance, watching the setting sun.
3. Wagging its tail, the dog jumped on the owner.
4. The child clapped happily, hopping up and down.
5. Tidying up her desk, Laila saw the note jutting out of the book.
6. Being French, Mrs Aranah enjoyed the French cuisine served at the restaurant.
7. Not having had enough sleep, Ragini was unable to drive safely.
8. Sitting in the park, Mr Lal watched the children play.
Answers
Answer:
A participle is that form of the verb which partakes of the nature both of a Verb and of an Adjective.
A participle phrase will begin with a present or past participle. If the participle is present, it will dependably end in ing. Likewise a regular past participle will end in a consistent ed.
Since, all phrases require two or more words, a participle phrase will often include objects and/or modifiers that complete the thought.
Participle phrases always function as adjectives,adding description to the sentence.
In this case,
Option C is correct. The participle phrase, 'Walking on the beach' describes the noun 'Delores'. The present participle 'walking' introduces the participle phrase.
Options A, B and D are incorrect as they are devoid of any participle. 'Had been washed', 'dodged' are verbs and not participles.
1. Talking on the phone
2. Watching the setting sun
3. Wagging its tail
4. Hopping up and down
5. Tidying up her desk
6. Being French
7. Not having had enough sleep
8. Sitting in the park