Prepositional phrases

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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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Identify the prepositional phrase in the sentence: 'The cat is under the table.'

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under the table

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What role does a prepositional phrase play in a sentence?

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A prepositional phrase can function as an adjective or adverb, providing additional information about a noun or verb.

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List three common prepositions.

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in, on, at

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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 that acts as the object of the preposition.

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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 the prepositional phrase.

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Provide an example of a prepositional phrase used as an adjective.

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The book on the shelf is mine.

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Provide an example of a prepositional phrase used as an adverb.

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She ran to the store quickly.

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What is the difference between a simple preposition and a compound preposition?

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A simple preposition consists of one word (e.g., 'in'), while a compound preposition consists of two or more words (e.g., 'in front of').

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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, especially when using compound nouns (e.g., 'with my friends and family').