Module2 The Renaissance Grammar and UsagePeriod 2 Grammar and Usage--Review of non-finite verbs▇Goals● To review ~ing form, the ~ed form and to + infinitive; ▇ProceduresStep 1: Review the participles used as adverbials1) A present participle phrase is used to replace a sentence
When two actions by the same subject occur simultaneously it is usually possible to express one of them by a present participle
The participle can be before or after the finite verb
He rode away
He whistled as he went
= He rode away whistling
When one action is immediately followed by another by the same subject the first action can often be expressed by a present participle
The participle must be put first
He opened the drawer and took out a revolver
= Opening the drawer and took out a revolver