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.

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Examples of prepositions include: in, on, under, over, between, and beside.

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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.

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Identify the prepositional phrase: The dog ran through the park.

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through the park.

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What do prepositions indicate?

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Prepositions indicate location, direction, time, and relationships.

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Find the preposition in this sentence: The cat is on the roof.

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on.

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Identify the prepositional phrase: The book is under the table.

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under the table.

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What are some common prepositions of place?

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Common prepositions of place include: at, in, on, under, above, and between.

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What are some common prepositions of time?

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Common prepositions of time include: at, on, in, before, and after.

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Identify the prepositions in this sentence: The ball is between the two trees.

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between.