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English 1b3 Posted 16 years ago
Grammar

Participle phrases in the sentences

The only thing that keeps me steady is knowing I'm not the first person to stand in front of a mirror holding a gun.

What is the phrase/clause in italics?

What does it modify?

Why is it not an infinitive phrase parallel to 'to stand'?

We have been too busy looking over our shoulders to run fast.

What is the phrase/clause in italics?

What does it modify?

Do you have a site discussing both adverbial participles and adjectival participles?

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English 1b3 Do you have a site discussing both adverbial participles and adjectival participles? Use Google. There are a few articles out there.

  • English 1b3 Do you have a site discussing both adverbial participles and adjectival participles?
  • Use Google.
  • There are a few articles out there.
  • I've come across them before, but I'd have to research it again to get you the links.
  • ____________ The only thing that keeps me steady is knowing I'm not the first person to stand in front of a mirror holding a gun .
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English 1b3Do you have a site discussing both adverbial participles and adjectival participles?
Use Google. There are a few articles out there. I've come across them before, but I'd have to research it again to get you the links.
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The only thing that keeps me steady is knowing I'm not the first person to stand in front of a

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