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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, often indicating direction, location, or time.

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Give an example of a preposition indicating location.

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Examples include: 'in', 'on', 'under', 'above', 'between', 'behind', etc.

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What is a prepositional phrase?

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A prepositional phrase consists of a preposition followed by a noun or pronoun (the object of the preposition) and any modifiers.

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Identify the preposition in the sentence: 'The cat jumped over the fence.'

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The preposition is 'over'.

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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 within a sentence, providing additional information.

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List three common prepositions of time.

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Common prepositions of time include: 'at', 'in', 'on'.

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What is the difference between 'in' and 'on' when used as prepositions?

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'In' is used for enclosed spaces or periods of time, while 'on' is used for surfaces or specific days.

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Provide an example of a sentence using a prepositional phrase.

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Example: 'The book is on the table.'

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What are compound prepositions?

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Compound prepositions are formed by combining two or more words, such as 'in front of', 'next to', or 'due to'.

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Identify the prepositions in the sentence: 'She walked through the park and into the store.'

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The prepositions are 'through' and 'into'.