Prepositions and Prepositional Phrases 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.

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Give three examples of prepositions.

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Examples include: in, on, under.

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What is a prepositional phrase?

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A prepositional phrase includes a preposition, its object, and any modifiers of the object.

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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 does the preposition 'after' indicate?

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The preposition 'after' indicates a time relationship, showing that something happens following another event.

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What does the preposition 'near' indicate?

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The preposition 'near' indicates a close physical relationship between two objects.

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How do you identify a prepositional phrase in a sentence?

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Look for a preposition followed by a noun or pronoun and any modifiers.

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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, providing additional information about time, place, or direction.

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Fill in the blank: The dog ran __________ the fence.

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The dog ran 'over' the fence.

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Choose the correct preposition: The book is __________ the shelf.

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The book is 'on' the shelf.