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.

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Give an example of a preposition that indicates position.

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Examples include 'on', 'under', 'above', 'between', and 'beside'.

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What does the preposition 'above' mean?

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'Above' means at a higher level or position than something else.

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What does the preposition 'below' mean?

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'Below' means at a lower level or position than something else.

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What does the preposition 'between' indicate?

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'Between' indicates a position in the middle of two things.

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What does the preposition 'near' mean?

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'Near' means close to something.

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What does the preposition 'beside' mean?

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'Beside' means next to or at the side of something.

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How can prepositions change the meaning of a sentence?

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Prepositions provide context about location, time, and direction, which can change the meaning of a sentence.

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What is the role of prepositions in a sentence?

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Prepositions connect nouns or pronouns to other words, helping to clarify relationships.

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Can you use 'on' in a sentence?

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Yes, for example: 'The book is on the table.'

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