engineering english MCQ #367

In 'The city, besieged by the enemy, fell.', 'besieged by the enemy' is a

engineering english MCQ #367

  1. Question 1

    Q1. In 'The city, besieged by the enemy, fell.', 'besieged by the enemy' is a

    • A) Participle phrase
    • B) Gerund phrase
    • C) Infinitive phrase
    • D) Absolute phrase

    Answer: Participle phrase

    Explanation: 'Besieged by the enemy' is a participle phrase modifying 'city'. NET and ECAT English tests this rule in timed sections.