Exploring Prepositions with Clover

What is the primary function of a preposition in a sentence?

• To end a sentence

• To connect nouns or pronouns to other words

• To describe a noun

• To introduce a verb

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

Which of the following is NOT a correct example of a preposition indicating place?

• Under the table

• Before noon

• Across the street

• Next to the robot

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CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.K.1E

Can a sentence correctly end with a preposition?

• No, it's grammatically incorrect

• Yes, if it's written carefully

• Only in passive voice

• Only in questions

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

Which preposition indicates a direction?

• After

• Over

• During

• Since

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CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.K.1E

What role do prepositions play in a sentence?

• They replace nouns

• They specify verb tense

• They connect clauses

• They relate nouns or pronouns to other words

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CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.K.1E

Choose the prepositional phrase that indicates a specific location:

• Despite the rain

• Since last year

• Under the old oak chair

• Before the show

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CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.K.1E

What is a common misconception about prepositions?

• They act as conjunctions

• They only show time

• They are optional in sentences

• They should not end sentences

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E