English Grammar: Phrases
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What is the primary function of an infinitive phrase when it follows a noun?

  • To serve as the subject of the sentence
  • To provide additional information about a verb
  • To act as an adjective for the noun it modifies (correct)
  • To indicate the time of an action

    • Which of the following is an example of a prepositional phrase?

  • To play a game
  • On the table (correct)
  • To read a book
  • To learn new things

    • In the sentence 'He gave me a plan to follow,' what is the function of the phrase 'to follow'?

  • It acts as a coordinating conjunction
  • It serves as an adverb modifying 'gave'
  • It serves as an adjective modifying 'plan' (correct)
  • It functions as the subject of the sentence

    • Which of these sentences contains an infinitive phrase acting as an adjective?

    <p>She has a project to complete before tomorrow. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following phrases starts with a preposition?

    <p>In the morning (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes an infinitive phrase from a prepositional phrase?

    <p>An infinitive phrase starts with 'to' followed by a verb. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the sentence 'They can also be taught to take care of plants to cultivate in the garden,' what is the function of 'to take care of plants'?

    <p>It serves as an adjective. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which example shows a prepositional phrase correctly?

    <p>She is under the weather. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Infinitive Phrase

    An infinitive phrase includes 'to' followed by a verb, functioning as an adjective.

    Example of Infinitive Phrase

    A phrase like 'to read' modifies a noun.

    Prepositional Phrase

    A prepositional phrase starts with a preposition and ends with a noun or pronoun.

    Function of Prepositional Phrases

    Prepositional phrases act as adjectives or adverbs in sentences.

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    Identifying Infinitive Phrases

    Look for 'to' plus a verb to identify infinitive phrases.

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    Identifying Prepositional Phrases

    Find the preposition followed by a noun to identify a prepositional phrase.

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    Role of Infinitive Phrases

    Infinitive phrases can modify nouns by explaining their purpose.

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    Role of Prepositional Phrases

    Prepositional phrases provide information about time, location, or direction.

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    Study Notes

    Lesson Objectives

    • Students will define infinitive phrases and prepositional phrases
    • Students will understand the role of infinitive and prepositional phrases as adjectives
    • Students will apply infinitives and prepositional phrases in writing

    Lesson Discussion (Examples)

    • Infinitives are "to" + base form of the verb
    • Infinitive phrases modify nouns, and act as adjectives when they follow the noun they describe
    • Prepositional phrases begin with a preposition followed by a noun, pronoun, or noun phrase
    • Prepositional phrases also act as adjectives when they describe a noun or pronoun

    Examples of Infinitive Phrases

    • The book to read is on the shelf
    • She has a project to complete before tomorrow
    • I need a pen to write with
    • He gave me a plan to follow
    • They found a place to stay during the trip

    Examples of Prepositional Phrases

    • The book on the table is mine
    • She wore a dress with a floral pattern
    • The house by the lake is for sale
    • I need a chair for the office
    • The boy in the red shirt is my brother

    Activity Examples

    • Identify infinitive phrases and prepositional phrases in a sentence
      • Example: "Summer is the perfect time to provide kids with fun and fruitful activities" (time to provide, with fun and fruitful activities)

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    This quiz focuses on understanding infinitive and prepositional phrases in English grammar. Students will learn to define both types of phrases and their roles as adjectives. Apply what you've learned through examples and practice writing.

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