Identifying Phrases

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What is an appositive phrase?

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An appositive phrase is a noun or noun phrase that renames or clarifies another noun next to it. Example: 'My brother, a skilled musician, plays the guitar.'

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What is an infinitive phrase?

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An infinitive phrase begins with 'to' followed by a verb. It can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb. Example: 'To read is enjoyable.'

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What is a participle phrase?

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A participle phrase includes a participle and any modifiers or complements. It acts as an adjective. Example: 'Running quickly, she caught the bus.'

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What is a gerund phrase?

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A gerund phrase consists of a gerund (verb ending in -ing) and any modifiers or objects. It functions as a noun. Example: 'Swimming in the ocean is fun.'

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What is an adverb phrase?

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An adverb phrase modifies a verb, adjective, or adverb, providing more information about how, when, where, or to what extent. Example: 'He ran very quickly.'

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What is a verb phrase?

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A verb phrase consists of a main verb and its auxiliaries (helping verbs). Example: 'She has been studying for hours.'

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What is an absolute phrase?

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An absolute phrase combines a noun and a participle with any modifiers. It provides additional information about the entire sentence. Example: 'Her homework completed, she went out to play.'

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What is a noun phrase?

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A noun phrase includes a noun and its modifiers. It can function as a subject, object, or complement. Example: 'The tall man in the blue shirt is my uncle.'

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What is the function of a phrase in a sentence?

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A phrase adds meaning and detail to a sentence, helping to clarify or enhance the information presented.

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Identify the phrase: 'To win the game was their goal.'

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Infinitive phrase: 'To win the game'.