Phrases/Clauses TEST-6th

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What is a prepositional phrase?

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A prepositional phrase consists of a preposition and its object, which can be a noun or pronoun, along with any modifiers. Example: 'with our pet goats'.

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Identify the function of a participial phrase.

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A participial phrase acts as an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun. Example: 'clogged with dog hair' modifies 'pipe'.

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What is an appositive phrase?

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An appositive phrase renames or provides additional information about a noun. Example: 'our only black dog' renames 'the noisy puppy'.

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What is an infinitive phrase?

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An infinitive phrase begins with 'to' followed by a verb and can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb. Example: 'to run fast'.

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Define a subordinate (dependent) clause.

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A subordinate clause cannot stand alone as a complete sentence and depends on an independent clause. Example: 'Before I went to school'.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause expresses a complete thought and can stand alone as a sentence. Example: 'I had a big cup of coffee.'

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What role do prepositions play in phrases?

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Prepositions show relationships between nouns or pronouns and other words in a sentence. Example: 'in the pipe' shows location.

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How can you identify a participial phrase in a sentence?

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Look for a verb form ending in -ing or -ed that acts as an adjective. Example: 'drained slowly' in 'The water drained slowly'.

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What is the difference between a phrase and a clause?

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A phrase is a group of words without a subject-verb component, while a clause contains a subject and a verb.

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Provide an example of a prepositional phrase.

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Example: 'under the table'.