Prepositional Phrases

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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, which is called the object of the preposition.

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What are some examples of prepositions?

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Common prepositions include: above, before, during, off, toward, in, on, at, under, and over.

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What is the object of the preposition?

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The object of the preposition is the noun or pronoun that follows the preposition in a prepositional phrase.

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True or False: Prepositional phrases can show time and place.

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True

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What is the function of a prepositional phrase in a sentence?

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Prepositional phrases can provide additional information about time, place, direction, or detail.

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Identify the prepositional phrase: 'The cat is under the table.'

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The prepositional phrase is 'under the table.'

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What type of phrase is 'for their elders'?

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The phrase 'for their elders' is an adjective phrase.

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What type of phrase is 'before school'?

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The phrase 'before school' is an adverb phrase.

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Can a prepositional phrase act as an adjective?

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Yes, a prepositional phrase can act as an adjective by modifying a noun.

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Can a prepositional phrase act as an adverb?

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Yes, a prepositional phrase can act as an adverb by modifying a verb, adjective, or adverb.