BM ELD UNIT 3 - Prepositions

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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.

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Give three examples of prepositions.

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Examples of prepositions include: above, under, and in.

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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, indicating relationships such as direction, place, or time.

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Identify the preposition in the following sentence: 'The cat is on the roof.'

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The preposition is 'on'.

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Fill in the blank with a preposition: 'The book is _____ the shelf.'

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on.

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What is the prepositional phrase in the sentence: 'The dog is sleeping under the table.'?

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The prepositional phrase is 'under the table'.

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How do prepositions affect the meaning of a sentence?

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Prepositions provide context and clarify the relationships between different elements in a sentence, which can significantly alter its meaning.

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What is the difference between a preposition and a conjunction?

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A preposition connects nouns or pronouns to other words, while a conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'behind' as a preposition.

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The ball is behind the couch.

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What is a compound preposition?

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A compound preposition is a preposition that consists of two or more words, such as 'in front of' or 'next to'.