PREPOSITIONAL PHRASE

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What is a prepositional phrase?

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A prepositional phrase is a group of words that begins with a preposition and ends with a noun or pronoun, which is called the object of the preposition.

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Identify the prepositional phrase in the sentence: 'The cat is under the table.'

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under the table

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What role does a prepositional phrase play in a sentence?

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A prepositional phrase can function as an adjective or an adverb, providing additional information about a noun or verb.

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Give an example of a prepositional phrase functioning as an adjective.

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The book on the shelf is mine. (The phrase 'on the shelf' describes which book.)

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Give an example of a prepositional phrase functioning as an adverb.

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She ran to the store quickly. (The phrase 'to the store' describes where she ran.)

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What is the object of a preposition?

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The object of a preposition is the noun or pronoun that follows the preposition and completes the meaning of the prepositional phrase.

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Identify the prepositional phrase in the sentence: 'He walked through the park.'

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through the park

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What is the difference between an adjective prepositional phrase and an adverb prepositional phrase?

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An adjective prepositional phrase modifies a noun, while an adverb prepositional phrase modifies a verb, adjective, or adverb.

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Identify the prepositional phrase in the sentence: 'She is fond of chocolate.'

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of chocolate

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What is a compound prepositional phrase?

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A compound prepositional phrase consists of two or more prepositional phrases joined by a conjunction.