Preposition 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. Examples include 'in', 'on', 'at', 'for', and 'with'.

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Identify the preposition in the sentence: 'The cat is under the table.'

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under

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Which of the following is a preposition: 'over', 'run', 'happy'?

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over

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What is a prepositional phrase?

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A prepositional phrase consists of a preposition and its object, which can be a noun or pronoun, along with any modifiers. Example: 'in the park'.

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

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to

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Which of the following is NOT a preposition: 'between', 'quickly', 'through'?

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quickly

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What is the function of a preposition in a sentence?

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A preposition connects nouns or pronouns to other words, indicating relationships such as direction, location, or time.

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

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on the shelf

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What is an example of a compound preposition?

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Examples include 'in front of', 'next to', and 'due to'.

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Identify the preposition in the sentence: 'We will meet after lunch.'

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after