Preposition Review

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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, often indicating direction, location, or time.

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Give an example of a preposition used in a sentence.

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The cat is under the table.

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What is an adverbial phrase?

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An adverbial phrase is a group of words that functions as an adverb, modifying a verb, an adjective, or another adverb.

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Identify the adverbial phrase in this sentence: 'She sings beautifully in the choir.'

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'in the choir' is the adverbial phrase.

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What is an adjectival phrase?

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An adjectival phrase is a group of words that functions as an adjective, modifying a noun.

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Identify the adjectival phrase in this sentence: 'The book on the shelf is mine.'

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'on the shelf' is the adjectival phrase.

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What does the preposition 'between' indicate?

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'Between' indicates a position that is in the space separating two objects or points.

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What is the function of the preposition 'during'?

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'During' indicates a time period in which something happens.

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What is a noun?

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A noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea.

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What is a verb?

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A verb is a word that describes an action, occurrence, or state of being.