Using Participle Clauses in IELTS Sentences (crime and punishment)

Using Participle Clauses in IELTS Sentences (crime and punishment)

Correct usage of participle clauses in IELTS Task 2 Writing and IELTS Part 3 Speaking can help increase your score as this allows you to demonstrate a wider range of grammar.

For some practice with participle clauses (using the -ing form) read the sentences below and complete them using a word from the choices given.

providing / implementing / promoting / facing / conducting / serving / receiving / committing /

  1. By ………………….. a crime, offenders jeopardise the safety and security of society.
  2. …………………. as a deterrent, harsh punishments aim to dissuade potential law breakers from engaging in unlawful activities.
  3. ………………….. a fair trial, suspects are given the opportunity to present their case in court.
  4. By ………………………. rehabilitative programmes, authorities are able to reintegrate offenders into society as law-abiding citizens.
  5. …………………. overcrowded prisons, governments are challenged to find effective solutions to manage crime and punishment.
  6. …………………… support to victims, communities endeavour to address the consequences of crime.
  7. When ……………………. thorough investigations, law enforcement agencies gather evidence to prosecute perpetrators.
  8. By ………………….. community policing initiatives, authorities aim to build awareness, trust and cooperation between law enforcement and the public.

Answers

  1. By committing a crime, offenders jeopardise the safety and security of society.
  2. Serving as a deterrent, harsh punishments aim to dissuade potential law breakers from engaging in unlawful activities.
  3. Receiving a fair trial, suspects are given the opportunity to present their case in court.
  4. By implementing rehabilitative programmes, authorities are able to reintegrate offenders into society as law-abiding citizens.
  5. Facing overcrowded prisons, governments are challenged to find effective solutions to manage crime and punishment.
  6. Providing support to victims, communities endeavour to address the consequences of crime.
  7. When conducting thorough investigations, law enforcement agencies gather evidence to prosecute perpetrators.
  8. By promoting community policing initiatives, authorities aim to build awareness, trust and cooperation between law enforcement and the public.

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