Task: Identify and underline the prepositions in the given sentences.
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Definition Recap:
A preposition is a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun (object) and other words in the sentence. Common examples include "on," "in," "under," "above," etc.
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Sentences to Analyze:
1.
I left my homework on the teacher's desk.
- Preposition:
on
2.
Please turn off the lights!
- Preposition:
off
3.
The bird flew above the grey clouds.
- Preposition:
above
4.
The river flows under the small bridge.
- Preposition:
under
5.
I have a birthday present for my teacher.
- Preposition:
for
6.
Dad placed the hot pot between the two plates.
- Preposition:
between
7.
Push in your chairs before you leave the room.
- Prepositions:
in,
before
8.
Take out your pencil and write the answer!
- Preposition:
out
9.
The little mouse ran across the floor.
- Preposition:
across
10.
The airplane flew below the storm clouds.
- Preposition:
below
11.
The children run around the playground.
- Preposition:
around
12.
I like to play with my friends.
- Preposition:
with
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Final Answer:
Underlined prepositions in each sentence:
1. I left my homework
on the teacher's desk.
2. Please turn
off the lights!
3. The bird flew
above the grey clouds.
4. The river flows
under the small bridge.
5. I have a birthday present
for my teacher.
6. Dad placed the hot pot
between the two plates.
7. Push
in your chairs
before you leave the room.
8. Take
out your pencil and write the answer!
9. The little mouse ran
across the floor.
10. The airplane flew
below the storm clouds.
11. The children run
around the playground.
12. I like to play
with my friends.
Boxed Final Answer:
\boxed{
\text{on, off, above, under, for, between, in, before, out, across, below, around, with}
}
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of object of the preposition worksheet.
