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 three examples of prepositions that indicate location.

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1. above 2. below 3. beside

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What is a prepositional phrase?

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A prepositional phrase consists of a preposition followed by a noun or pronoun, which is called the object of the preposition.

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Identify the preposition in the following sentence: 'The cat is under the bed.'

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under

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What is the function of a preposition in a sentence?

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The function of a preposition is to link nouns, pronouns, or phrases to other words within a sentence, providing additional information about time, place, or direction.

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Which of the following sentences contains a prepositional phrase? 'She ran quickly.' or 'She ran to the store.'

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'She ran to the store.' contains the prepositional phrase 'to the store.'

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What is the difference between a preposition and an adverb?

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A preposition shows the relationship between a noun/pronoun and other words, while an adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb, often indicating how, when, or where an action occurs.

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List five common prepositions.

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1. in 2. on 3. at 4. with 5. for

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What is the role of the object in a prepositional phrase?

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The object of a preposition is the noun or pronoun that follows the preposition and completes the meaning of the prepositional phrase.

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Can a prepositional phrase function as an adjective?

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Yes, a prepositional phrase can function as an adjective by modifying a noun.