Prepositional Phrases

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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 preposition in the phrase: 'under the desk'.

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The preposition is 'under'.

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What is the object of the preposition in the phrase: 'under the desk'?

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The object of the preposition is 'desk'.

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List five common prepositions.

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Against, Beside, In, Over, Up.

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

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

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Identify the prepositional phrase in the sentence: 'The cat is on the roof.'

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The prepositional phrase is 'on the roof'.

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What is the last word of a prepositional phrase typically classified as?

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The last word of a prepositional phrase is typically classified as a noun.

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Provide an example of a sentence with a prepositional phrase.

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The book is on the table.

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What is the difference between a preposition and a conjunction?

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A preposition shows the relationship between a noun and other words, while a conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses.