Prepositional Phrases

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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, which is called the object of the preposition.

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Identify the components of a prepositional phrase.

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

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What is the function of a prepositional phrase in a sentence?

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Prepositional phrases can function as adjectives or adverbs, providing additional information about nouns or verbs.

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Give an example of a prepositional phrase used as an adjective.

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The book on the table is mine. ("on the table" describes which book.)

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Give an example of a prepositional phrase used as an adverb.

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She ran to the store quickly. ("to the store" describes where she ran.)

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What is the first word of a prepositional phrase called?

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The first word of a prepositional phrase is called a preposition.

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List some common prepositions.

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Common prepositions include: in, on, at, by, for, with, about, under, over, and between.

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How can you identify a prepositional phrase in a sentence?

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Look for a preposition followed by a noun or pronoun. The phrase will often provide information about location, time, or direction.

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What is an adjectival prepositional phrase?

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An adjectival prepositional phrase modifies a noun or pronoun, providing more detail about it.

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What is an adverbial prepositional phrase?

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An adverbial prepositional phrase modifies a verb, adjective, or adverb, explaining how, when, where, or why something happens.