Prepositions

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What is a preposition?

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A preposition is a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence, often indicating direction, location, or time.

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Give an example of a preposition indicating location.

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Examples include 'in', 'on', 'at', 'under', 'over', etc.

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What is the function of the preposition 'with'?

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The preposition 'with' indicates a relationship of association or accompaniment.

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What does the preposition 'for' indicate in a sentence?

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The preposition 'for' indicates a duration of time or a purpose.

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How is the preposition 'at' used in a sentence?

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The preposition 'at' is used to indicate a specific point in time or a specific location.

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What does the preposition 'since' signify?

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The preposition 'since' indicates a starting point in time, often used with a specific date or event.

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What is the meaning of the preposition 'against'?

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The preposition 'against' indicates opposition or resistance to something.

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List three common prepositions of time.

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Common prepositions of time include 'at', 'on', and 'in'.

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What is the difference between 'for' and 'since'?

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'For' is used to indicate a duration of time, while 'since' indicates a specific starting point in time.

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How do prepositions affect sentence structure?

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Prepositions are used to connect nouns or pronouns to other words in a sentence, helping to clarify relationships and meaning.