Prepositional Phrases (Review 1)
Prepositions are always followed by a noun or noun phrase. The noun which follows a preposition is called the object of the preposition.
A preposition and its object together form a prepositional phrase.
Study the following sentences. Each of these sentences contains a prepositional phrase. (The prepositional phrase has been highlighted). Notice how each prepositional phrase starts with a preposition.
Sentences with Prepositional Phrases | |
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1 | John wrote a paper about global warming. |
2 | Jane reads books above her grade level. |
3 | According to news reports, the criminal was arrested this morning. |
4 | Behind the school, the girls found an old piano. |
5 | I slept beneath the stars. |
6 | Despite the heat, Edward exercised all day. |
7 | For three days, I didn't eat chocolate. |
8 | The woman in front of the orchestra is the conductor. |
9 | Sheila dove into the pool |
10 | The dog near the fence is barking. |
Instructions for the Quizzes
Identify the object of the preposition.
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