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', 'at', 'between', and 'under'.

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What does the preposition 'in' indicate?

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The preposition 'in' indicates that something is inside or within something else.

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What does the preposition 'on' indicate?

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The preposition 'on' indicates that something is in contact with a surface.

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What does the preposition 'under' indicate?

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The preposition 'under' indicates that something is below or beneath something else.

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What does the preposition 'between' indicate?

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The preposition 'between' indicates that something is in the space separating two things.

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What is the function of prepositions in a sentence?

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Prepositions help to provide additional information about time, place, direction, and relationships.

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Can you name a sentence using the preposition 'at'?

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Sure! 'The cat is at the door.'

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Can you name a sentence using the preposition 'above'?

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Sure! 'The picture is above the fireplace.'

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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'.