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What is the prepositional phrase in this sentence Carla's friend Margo came for a long visit?
The prepositional phrase is "for a long visit." It acts as an adverb complementing the verb "came" and answering the implied question, "why did she come?"
Can a sentence start with prepositional phrase?
Yes. Here are some examples: At the beach, the baby ate some sand. In the auditorium, everybody was jittery with excitement. After a long time, nothing happened.
What does a prepositional phrase always have?
In most cases, a proper prepositional phrase must contain both the phrase itself and a complement, an additional word or phrase that immediately follws the prepositional phrase.Complements are typically one of three things:noun phrase - the most common complement. Ideas such as on the table or under the bridge feature a noun phrase complement.adjective phrase - Ideas like on fireor for granted. It can also work with the preposition "as" as a what's called a predicative compliment: Joe's attempt to save the puppy was seen as honorableadverb phrase - These complements are rare, and they are generally found in common phrases, such as before long.Complements generally occur AFTER the proposition - a long time ago is one example of an exception. It is also possible for prepositions to complement prepositions, but, even in that case, the phrase would still contain a dedicated preposition and complement combination.
What kind of sentence is She was quiet for a long time?
"She was quiet" = past simple "for a long time" = prepositional phrase concerning time Past simple sentence. Does that answer it for you?
What Are the Characteristics of a Phrase?
A phrase is a group of related words that does not contain a subject and a verb to form a complete sentence. It can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb in a sentence. Phrases can be short or long and can include different grammatical forms such as prepositional phrases, noun phrases, and verb phrases.
Is record for the long jump a prepositional phrase?
The prepositional phrase is for the long jump. Record is not part of it.
Is for a long time a prepositional phrase of time?
Yes, it is a phrase that indicates time. It will be an adverbial phrase.
What is the prepositional phrase in this sentence Carla's friend Margo came for a long visit?
The prepositional phrase is "for a long visit." It acts as an adverb complementing the verb "came" and answering the implied question, "why did she come?"
What kind of phrase is after a long sailing voyage?
The phrase, "after a long sailing voyage" is a prepositional phrase.The word 'after' is the preposition; the noun 'voyage' is the object of the preposition.
What is the prepositional phrase in this sentence However for a long time Henson received no credit at all for his role?
for his role
Did appollo the greek god have long hair?
Apollo had long, curly, golden hair.
Do Golden Retrievers have long hair?
yes, very long hair. They also shed.
What is the sentence pattern for the sentence He slept for a long time last night?
Subject, verb, prepositional phrase, adverbial phrase
Can a sentence start with prepositional phrase?
Yes. Here are some examples: At the beach, the baby ate some sand. In the auditorium, everybody was jittery with excitement. After a long time, nothing happened.
Does the purpose of the Apollo project was to find a way to the moon and back have an adverb or adjective phrase?
It can be either, depending on the word modified.They are on a long mission to the Moon and back. - adjective phrase (which mission?)Astronauts went to the moon and back. -In this sentence, the prepositional phrase "to the moon and back" answers the question, "where?". This means that the phrase modifies the verb, which makes it an adverbial phrase.
What does the phrase correlation does not prove causation mean?
When things are correlated it means one thing predicts the other, but it doesn't mean it causes the other. I'll give an example. Golden anniversaries and hair loss are correlated. Now if you didnt know this phrase you would think long marriages causes hair loss, but its just that if your reach your golden anniversary it means youre probably very old, which accompanies hair loss. Correlated, not caused!
Is freak of nature a word?
no. who would think of that word? It is three words, a prepositional phrase, but it is has long been a legitimate term to describe biological oddities.
