Prepositions, Objects, and Prepositional Phrases

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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, over, under, between, and through.

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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 object of the preposition in the phrase 'under the table'.

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The object of the preposition is 'table'.

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What does a prepositional phrase always end with?

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A prepositional phrase always ends with a noun or pronoun.

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What is the function of a preposition in a sentence?

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The function of a preposition is to link nouns, pronouns, or phrases to other words in a sentence.

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Identify the preposition in the sentence: 'The cat is on the roof.'

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The preposition is 'on'.

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What is the object of the preposition in the sentence: 'She walked to the store.'?

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The object of the preposition is 'store'.

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What is an example of a prepositional phrase?

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An example of a prepositional phrase is 'in the garden'.

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What is the difference between a preposition and a verb?

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A preposition shows a relationship between words, while a verb expresses an action or state of being.