English Grammar

What is the function of the preposition 'in'?

• It indicates that something is inside a space or area.

• It shows the direction of movement.

• It describes a relationship between two nouns.

• It indicates the time something happens.

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CCSS.L.1.1I

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Give an example of a preposition of place.

• in

• quickly

• beautifully

• happily

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CCSS.L.1.1I

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What does the phrase 'put off' mean?

• To cancel something entirely.

• To postpone or delay something.

• To encourage someone to do something.

• To put something in a specific place.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

What is the function of the preposition 'at'?

• To indicate a specific point or location.

• To show a relationship between two nouns.

• To express time duration.

• To indicate a comparison between two things.

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CCSS.L.1.1I

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What is a preposition?

• A word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence, often indicating direction, location, or time.

• A type of verb that expresses an action or state of being.

• A word that describes a noun or pronoun, providing more information about it.

• A conjunction that connects words, phrases, or clauses.

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CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.4.1E

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What is an example of a preposition of movement?

• to

• in

• on

• at

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CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.4.1E

CCSS.L.5.1A

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How can prepositions affect sentence meaning?

• Prepositions can clarify relationships between ideas, affecting the overall meaning of a sentence.

• Prepositions are only used to indicate time and place.

• Prepositions have no impact on the meaning of a sentence.

• Prepositions are interchangeable with conjunctions in all contexts.

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

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What is a common mistake when using prepositions?

• Using the correct preposition consistently

• Using the wrong preposition, which can change the meaning of the sentence.

• Avoiding prepositions altogether

• Using prepositions only at the end of sentences.

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

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What is the role of context in understanding prepositions?

• Context helps determine the correct preposition to use based on the meaning of the sentence.

• Context is irrelevant to the use of prepositions.

• Context only affects the pronunciation of prepositions.

• Context is only important in written language, not spoken language.

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

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What is the purpose of using 'to' in a sentence?

• To indicate direction, destination, or purpose.

• To express a contrast between two ideas.

• To show possession or ownership.

• To indicate a time period or duration.

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CCSS.L.1.1I

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