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DIRECTIONS: Each of the following sentences contains either a
participial phrase or an absolute phrase. For each sentence, underline the phrase and
identify it as either participial (P) or absolute (A). For participial phrases, circle oI
highlight the word that the phrase modifies.
1. Showing humility, Diane impressed us as she accepted the trophy.
2. We met at nine o'clock, having set that time yesterday.
3. The birds, startled by the noise, flew into the nearby trees.
4. Having accepted the policy changes, the committee adjourned.
5. Their work done around noontime, the landscaping crew went to lunch.
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Acting immediately, Mom covered the burning pan and put out the fire.
7. Our vacation became our next project, the school year having ended at last.
8. Olivia didn't attend the party, leading to concern among her friends.