Use the sentence to complete the activity.
Traveling is a great way to learn about the world outside of your own comfort zone.
Write 1–2 sentences identifying the gerund in this sentence and its function.
(2 points)
The gerund in this sentence is "traveling". It functions as the subject of the sentence.
Use the sentence to complete the activity.
The competing teams shook hands after the game was over.
Write 1–2 sentences identifying the participle in this sentence and its function.
(2 points)
The participle in this sentence is "competing". It functions as an adjective, modifying the noun "teams".
Use the paragraph to complete the activity.
This year, the science fair was won by Alex Muros. His project explained why leaves change colors in the fall. Alex was given a prize by the principal. He will also get to present his project at the statewide science fair in the spring. Alex will be taken out for ice cream by his parents to celebrate his hard work.
Rewrite the paragraph so that all of the sentences are in the active voice.
(4 points)