Phrases

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What is a participial phrase?

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A participial phrase is a group of words that includes a participle (a verb form used as an adjective) and any modifiers or complements. It functions as an adjective in a sentence.

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Identify the participial phrase in the following sentence: 'Sally, bored nearly to tears, did her best to make small talk with the stranger.'

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The participial phrase is 'bored nearly to tears.'

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What is a prepositional phrase?

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A prepositional phrase is a group of words that begins with a preposition and ends with a noun or pronoun, which is called the object of the preposition. It can function as an adjective or adverb in a sentence.

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Identify the prepositional phrase in the following sentence: 'The flowers for the wedding were delivered yesterday afternoon.'

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The prepositional phrase is 'for the wedding.'

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What is an absolute phrase?

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An absolute phrase is a group of words that modifies an entire sentence. It typically includes a noun and a participle, and it provides additional information about the action or state of the subject.

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Identify the absolute phrase in the following sentence: 'Legs quivering, our old dog Gizmo dreamed of chasing squirrels.'

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The absolute phrase is 'Legs quivering.'

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What role do participial phrases play in a sentence?

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Participial phrases function as adjectives, providing more information about a noun or pronoun in the sentence.

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How can you identify a prepositional phrase in a sentence?

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Look for a group of words that begins with a preposition (e.g., in, on, at, for) and ends with a noun or pronoun.

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What is the difference between a participial phrase and an absolute phrase?

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A participial phrase modifies a noun or pronoun, while an absolute phrase modifies the entire sentence, providing context or additional information.

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Provide an example of a sentence with a participial phrase.

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'Running down the street, the dog chased the ball.' (The participial phrase is 'Running down the street.').