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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CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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Identify the components of a prepositional phrase.

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A prepositional phrase consists of a preposition, its object, and any modifiers of the object.

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CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

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.

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

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Give three examples of common prepositions.

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Examples of common prepositions include: in, on, at.

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

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The prepositional phrase is 'under the table'.

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CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What role do prepositional phrases play in a sentence?

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Prepositional phrases can function as adjectives or adverbs, providing additional information about nouns or verbs.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

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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 may be accompanied by modifiers.

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CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What is the difference between a preposition and a conjunction?

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A preposition shows a relationship between a noun and other words, while a conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses.

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

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

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The preposition is 'through'.

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CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.K.1E