Understanding Prepositional Phrases

What is the main effect of a prepositional phrase like “on the table” in the sentence “Susi left her keys on the table”?

• It expresses a strong opinion

• It gives a clear sense of place

• It shows who owns the keys

As Dian stood by the train tracks, she heard a train whistle blow in the distance. What effect does the prepositional phrase create?

• It adds suspense and sets the scene

• It makes the sentence shorter

• It changes the point of view

During the school talent show, which sentence uses a prepositional phrase to enhance description?

• Agus performed.

• Agus performed with a sparkle in his eyes.

• Agus performed loudly.

While preparing for her presentation, Nisa decided to start her opening sentence with a prepositional phrase. What effect does this create?

• It always confuses the reader

• It often builds emphasis or suspense

• It removes important context

How does the prepositional phrase “through the forest” affect this sentence: _“Surya and Mega walked through the forest in silence”?

• It tells us why they walked

• It tells us how they walked

• It tells us where they walked

What does the prepositional phrase “during the storm” contribute to the sentence _“Heri's family lost power during the storm”?

• It adds historical significance

• It provides temporal context (when)

• It explains who caused the lights to go out

Why might Rani include a prepositional phrase such as “with trembling hands” in her story about a character facing a difficult decision?

• To express a character’s emotion through action

• To show the location of an object

• To confuse the reader

While exploring the old park, Rani noticed something stirring under the old bridge. What is the main effect of the prepositional phrase?

• It describes a character

• It adds vivid imagery and mystery

• It changes the tense

Dewi was writing a story about her trip to the beach. Which of the following is not a typical effect of a prepositional phrase in her writing?

• Clarifying where or when something happens

• Making writing more descriptive

• Changing a verb into a noun

During a writing workshop, Rina noticed that when she used a well-placed prepositional phrase, it often changed the structure of her sentences.

• It makes sentences monotonous

• It interrupts the sentence flow

• It adds rhythm and variety