Asked by Charlotte

Identify the italicized word(s) in each sentence.

17. Going outside during a thunderstorm is not the wisest thing to do in the summer. (*Going outside during a thunderstorm* is italicized)

gerund phrase
participal phrase
infinitive phrase
prepositional phrase

18. Following the manual's instructions, the student istalled the program onto his computer. (*Following the manual's instructions* is italicized)

participal phrase
gerund phrase
prepositional phrase
infinitive phrase

My answers:
17. gerund phrase
18. gerund phrase
Answered by Ms. Sue
17 is right.
18 is a participial phrase modifying student.


Answered by Charlotte
Hm, I guess I will go over these phrases more. Thanks for your time
Answered by Ms. Sue
You are very welcome.
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