The answer to your question would be that the definition that best identifies and explains the function of the word "tying" as it is used in this sentence is the following one: In the selected sentence, the word "tying" is a verbal that functions as an adverb.
A verbal is a word formed from a verb but functioning as a different part of speech. "Tying his shoe" is a participle phrase. In fact, it is present participle phrase, as it is created from the form of a verb used with the verb to be as an auxiliary verb (progressive tense). Removing the auxiliary verb and using the -ing form of the main verb produces a present participle. In this case the participle is functioning as an adverb because it is telling something about the manner in which Garrett prevented an embarrassing fall. He did this tying his shoe. You can tell this by asking the following question: How did Garrett prevent the embarrassing fall? Tying his shoe.
....zzzozososos and so it connects
A brief first step presentation of a work to be completed is called a Draft.
I’m keen to work in kfc because I want to learn more about it and I want to experience this 1st hand. I also feel that I can handle this job & I believe in myself & wanna fulfill my goal.
Mum knew that I had been fighting, and wanted to know what had happened. I froze. My heart flew out of my chest as icy shivers dripped down my face, she could never know the truth, it would kill her. Little did she know I was only trying to protect her, she couldn’t know that everyone knew her biggest secret, it would consume her, make her vanish from existence. As much as I love my mum, I would never follow in her ways, the twisted secrets and broken friendships, it was not a good way to live, but I guess it was her way.
I’m not sure if you’ll like it or what year/grade your in do what’s appropriate but I hope it helps :)
