Using Prepositional Phrases
Grade 11 · ELA · 60 min· Common Core
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can identify and use prepositional phrases to add detail to my writing.
Warm-Up Video
Khan Academy · 5:38
Prepositional phrases | The parts of speech | Grammar | Khan Academy
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
A prepositional phrase begins with a preposition and can function as an adverb or adjective.
- 2
In the phrase 'with the strength of a giant,' the sub-phrase 'of a giant' modifies the noun strength, acting as an adjective.
- 3
Prepositional phrases can sometimes cause ambiguity, so writers should be careful to avoid confusion.
Practice Questions
12 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Write a sentence that includes a prepositional phrase acting as an adverb to modify a verb. Identify the prepositional phrase and the verb it modifies.”
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