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 that indicates direction.

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To, as in 'She is going to the park.'

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What does the preposition 'among' indicate?

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'Among' is used to show a relationship involving three or more items or people.

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What does the preposition 'at' indicate?

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'At' is used to specify a particular point or location.

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What is the function of the preposition 'on'?

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'On' indicates a position above something and in contact with it.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'above'.

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The airplane flew above the clouds.

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What does the preposition 'across' indicate?

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'Across' shows movement from one side to another.

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What is the difference between 'into' and 'in'?

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'Into' indicates movement toward the inside of something, while 'in' indicates a position within something.

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Give an example of a preposition that indicates location.

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Beside, as in 'The cat is beside the dog.'

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What does the preposition 'through' indicate?

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'Through' shows movement from one side of an area to the other.