PREPOSITION

Front

What is a preposition?

Back

A preposition is a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence.

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Front

Give an example of a preposition of place.

Back

Examples include 'in', 'on', 'under', 'next to', and 'between'.

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CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.K.1E

Front

What is the function of the preposition 'in'?

Back

The preposition 'in' indicates that something is inside a space or area.

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CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.1.1G

Front

What does the preposition 'on' indicate?

Back

The preposition 'on' indicates that something is in contact with a surface.

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CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.K.1E

Front

What is the role of the preposition 'with'?

Back

The preposition 'with' indicates the presence of something or someone in the company of another.

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CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.K.1E

Front

What does the preposition 'about' express?

Back

The preposition 'about' expresses the subject of a discussion or the topic of something.

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CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.1.1G

Front

How is 'of' used in a sentence?

Back

The preposition 'of' is used to show belonging or a relationship between two nouns.

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CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.1.1G

Front

What is a compound preposition?

Back

A compound preposition is made up of two or more words, such as 'in front of', 'next to', or 'in addition to'.

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CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.K.1E

Front

What is the difference between 'in front of' and 'behind'?

Back

'In front of' indicates a position ahead of something, while 'behind' indicates a position at the back.

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CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.K.1E

Front

What is an example of a preposition of time?

Back

Examples include 'at', 'on', and 'in' when referring to time.

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CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.K.1E