Decide if the following participle in each sentence acts as a main verb or an adjective.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking us to analyze given sentences to determine whether specific participles function as main verbs or adjectives. This involves understanding the role of participles in sentence structure.
Answer
'watching' - main verb, 'making' - main verb, 'watering' - adjective, 'splattered' - adjective.
The participles function as follows: 'watching' - main verb, 'making' - main verb, 'watering' - adjective, 'splattered' - adjective.
Answer for screen readers
The participles function as follows: 'watching' - main verb, 'making' - main verb, 'watering' - adjective, 'splattered' - adjective.
More Information
Participles can sometimes be tricky as '-ing' forms are often mistaken as adjectives when they form part of a verb phrase. Pay attention to their function within the sentence.
Tips
One common mistake is confusing participles used in verb phrases with those modifying nouns. Look at the structure carefully.
Sources
- What Is a Participle? Definition and Examples - Grammarly - grammarly.com
- Identifying the Function of Past Participles - iew.com
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