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 an example of a preposition.

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Examples of prepositions include 'in', 'on', 'at', 'over', 'under', 'beside', and 'between'.

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Identify the preposition in this sentence: 'The cat is under the table.'

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under

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What is the function of a preposition in a sentence?

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A preposition connects a noun or pronoun to other words in a sentence, indicating direction, location, time, or relationship.

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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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Identify the preposition in this sentence: 'She walked through the park.'

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through

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What is a compound preposition?

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A compound preposition is made up of two or more words, such as 'in front of', 'next to', or 'because of'.

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Identify the preposition in this sentence: 'The dog jumped over the fence.'

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over

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Fill in the blank with a preposition: 'The keys are ______ the drawer.'

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in

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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.