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Which of the following is a correct definition of a noun phrase?
Which of the following is a correct definition of a noun phrase?
- A group of two or more words headed by a verb that includes modifiers
- A group of two or more words headed by a pronoun that includes modifiers
- A group of two or more words headed by an adjective that includes modifiers
- A group of two or more words headed by a noun that includes modifiers (correct)
In a noun phrase, where can the modifiers be placed?
In a noun phrase, where can the modifiers be placed?
- Before the noun
- Both before and after the noun (correct)
- After the noun
- Modifiers cannot be placed in a noun phrase
True or False: It is common to find a noun functioning by itself in a sentence.
True or False: It is common to find a noun functioning by itself in a sentence.
- True
- False (correct)
Which of the following can also head a noun phrase?
Which of the following can also head a noun phrase?
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What is a noun phrase composed of?
What is a noun phrase composed of?
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What is a noun phrase?
What is a noun phrase?
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What role does a noun phrase play?
What role does a noun phrase play?
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Where can the modifiers be placed in a noun phrase?
Where can the modifiers be placed in a noun phrase?
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Is it common to find a noun functioning by itself in a sentence?
Is it common to find a noun functioning by itself in a sentence?
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Can a noun phrase be headed by a pronoun?
Can a noun phrase be headed by a pronoun?
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Study Notes
Noun Phrases
- A noun phrase is a phrase that functions as a single unit in a sentence, consisting of a main noun and any accompanying modifiers, determiners, and clauses.
Structure of Noun Phrases
- Modifiers can be placed before or after the main noun in a noun phrase.
Noun Phrases vs. Single Nouns
- It is common to find a noun phrase in a sentence, rather than a single noun functioning by itself.
Heads of Noun Phrases
- A noun phrase can be headed by a noun, pronoun, or other noun equivalents.
Composition of Noun Phrases
- A noun phrase is composed of a main noun and any accompanying modifiers, determiners, and clauses.
Role of Noun Phrases
- Noun phrases play a significant role in sentences, functioning as a single unit to convey meaning and structure.
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