Understanding Prepositional Phrases and Introductory Elements

The video tutorial covers the use of introductory dependent clauses, prepositional phrases, and how to punctuate them. It explains that prepositional phrases add detail but are not necessary for sentence structure. The tutorial also discusses the punctuation of sentences starting with introductory words or phrases, emphasizing the pattern of opener, comma, sentence. The video provides examples and exercises to reinforce these concepts.

What is an introductory element in a sentence?

• The main verb of the sentence

• An extra piece of information

• A necessary part of the sentence

• The main subject of the sentence

Which of the following is a characteristic of prepositional phrases?

• They are always followed by a noun

• They can stand alone in a sentence

• They are the main subject of the sentence

• They always require a verb

What happens to a sentence if a prepositional phrase is removed?

• The sentence becomes incomplete

• The sentence loses its main verb

• The sentence remains complete

• The sentence loses its main subject

Which of the following is an example of a prepositional phrase?

• Running quickly

• He is tall

• She sings

• In the park

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

• To provide additional detail

• To act as the main verb

• To replace the subject

• To complete the sentence

Which of the following is NOT a prepositional phrase?

• He runs fast

• Beside the river

• After the storm

• Under the table

How should a prepositional phrase at the beginning of a sentence be punctuated?

• With a period

• With no punctuation

• With a comma

• With a semicolon

What is the role of introductory words in a sentence?

• They are the main subject

• They provide extra information

• They are the main verb

• They are necessary for the sentence

When is a comma necessary after an introductory word?

• When it is not needed

• When it is at the beginning of a sentence

• When it is in the middle of a sentence

• When it is at the end of a sentence

What is the main purpose of using introductory phrases?

• To provide context or transition

• To confuse the reader

• To add unnecessary words

• To replace the main verb