Prepositional Phrase

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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.

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CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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Identify the prepositional phrase in the sentence: 'The cat sat on the mat.'

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on the mat

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CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What is the function of a preposition in a sentence?

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

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CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.K.1E

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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.

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CCSS.L.2.1E

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Identify the preposition in the sentence: 'She walked through the park.'

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through

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CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.K.1E

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What is the object of a preposition?

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

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CCSS.L.3.1A

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Can a prepositional phrase contain more than one object?

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Yes, a prepositional phrase can contain multiple objects.

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CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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Identify the prepositional phrase in the sentence: 'The book is on the table.'

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on the table

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CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What are some common prepositions?

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Common prepositions include: in, on, at, by, for, with, about, against, between, and under.

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CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.K.1E

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How can you identify a prepositional phrase in a sentence?

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Look for a preposition followed by a noun or pronoun, which is the object of the preposition.

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CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B