Identify the verb phrase in the sentence below. 1: BY TAKING PREVENTATIVE MEASURES, the 2: SENIOR MANAGING accountant 3: MAY BE PRESERVING the stability 4: OF THE COMPANY.

Kafka originally referred to gregor's parents as “the mother” and “the father”. however, the translator refers to them as “his mother” and “his father”. why might the translator use “his” instead of “the”? a. the word “his” makes the story smoother to read in english. b. the word “his” allows gregor’s parents to become more central characters. c. the word “his” makes gregor’s parents sound less loving. d. the word “his” creates a more negative tone.

Identify reasons that support this claim. check all that apply. borhood to shadows from trees obscure people and objects at the edge of the street. the nearby park and pool promote heavy pedestrian traffic in the evenings. homeowners are responsible for landscaping their yards and gardens. the neighborhood association has funds available for safety and maintenance. the neighborhood association plans social gatherings and annual picnics.

Pioneers found ideal farming land. this sentence contains: *a gerund phrase *a participle phrase * an infinitive phrase