Question

Which word or words in the sentence does the participle modify?

I am watching the marching band in the parade.

A. am watching

B. I

C. band

D. parade

Please explain and don't give a direct answer.

Answer 1

C, Because marching modifys band

Answer 2

A participle is a a word formed from a verb. So since a participle is a word formed from a verb the answer will have to be C. band.