1. Look at the following sentences and rewrite them using participle clauses like in the  examples. 

1. Sam left school early because he felt sick. 

Feeling sick, Sam left school early. 

2. The teacher was impressed by Daniel’s work, so she gave him the highest score. Impressed by Daniel’s work, the teacher gave him the highest mark. 

3. Because he didn't study hard enough for his exam, Ryan couldn't pass it. 

4. As I haven’t received all the applications yet, I am not eager to hire anyone. 

5. The golden ring, which was stolen weeks ago, was found. 

6. As I have an assignment to finish, I cannot come with you. 

7. When my sister heard the good news, she wanted to cry. 

8. Because I didn’t want to lose my passport, I gave it to my father. 

9. After he had been told to do the dishes, John entered the kitchen with a frown. 10. As I had been to England before, I knew where to find a good hotel. 

2. Replace the Relative Clause by a Participle Construction while keeping the rest of the  sentence unchanged. 

1. The boy who was waiting in the hall expected a phone call. 

2. Passengers who wanted to go to Liverpool had to change in Manchester. 

3. The girl who was picked up by her brother was very nice. 

4. The house that stands at the end of the road will soon be sold. 

5. The conference which was planned by non-governmental organisations was about  globalisation. 

6. Irish people who live in Great Britain have the right to vote in British elections. 

7. A friend who helps you in need is a good friend indeed. 

8. A picture that shows the image of a person is a portrait. 

9. The problems that were discussed will be essential for your exam. 

10. Animals that eat plants are called herbivores.