Prepositions Flashcard

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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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Can prepositions indicate time?

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Yes, prepositions can indicate time, such as 'at', 'on', and 'in'.

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Give an example of a preposition that indicates place.

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

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What is the function of the preposition in the sentence: 'The cat is under the table'?

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The preposition 'under' shows the relationship between the cat and the table.

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

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The preposition is 'to'.

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What is the difference between 'far from' and 'near to'?

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'Far from' indicates a greater distance, while 'near to' indicates a shorter distance.

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Fill in the blank with a preposition: 'The book is ______ the shelf.'

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on.

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What type of word is 'around' in the sentence: 'The dog ran around the yard'?

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'Around' is a preposition.

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True or False: Prepositions can only show location.

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False. Prepositions can show location, time, direction, and more.

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What is a compound preposition?

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