To solve this problem, we need to determine whether each underlined word in the sentences is a
preposition or an
adverb. Let's analyze each sentence step by step:
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1. Leticia was afraid she would be left behind.
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Underlined word: *behind*
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Analysis: The word *behind* describes the position or direction relative to something else (in this case, being left "behind" someone or something). It functions as a preposition.
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Answer: Preposition
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2. The broken panel was outside the spacecraft.
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Underlined word: *outside*
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Analysis: The word *outside* indicates a location or position relative to the spacecraft. It functions as a preposition.
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Answer: Preposition
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3. I left my wet boots by the door.
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Underlined word: *by*
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Analysis: The word *by* indicates a location or position relative to the door. It functions as a preposition.
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Answer: Preposition
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4. The ball flew past third base.
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Underlined word: *past*
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Analysis: The word *past* indicates movement in relation to third base. It functions as a preposition.
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Answer: Preposition
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5. The team sat quietly inside.
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Underlined word: *inside*
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Analysis: The word *inside* indicates a location or position. It functions as a preposition.
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Answer: Preposition
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6. Stefan asked if he could come along.
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Underlined word: *along*
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Analysis: The word *along* modifies the verb *come* and indicates manner or accompaniment. It functions as an adverb.
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Answer: Adverb
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7. Why don't you come over if you have time?
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Underlined word: *over*
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Analysis: The word *over* indicates movement or direction. It functions as a preposition.
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Answer: Preposition
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8. Be careful to cut on the dotted line.
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Underlined word: *on*
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Analysis: The word *on* indicates a location or position relative to the dotted line. It functions as a preposition.
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Answer: Preposition
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9. You'll find extra blankets in the closet.
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Underlined word: *in*
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Analysis: The word *in* indicates a location or position relative to the closet. It functions as a preposition.
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Answer: Preposition
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10. Is there anything interesting on television?
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Underlined word: *on*
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Analysis: The word *on* indicates a location or position relative to television. It functions as a preposition.
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Answer: Preposition
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Final Answers:
1.
Preposition
2.
Preposition
3.
Preposition
4.
Preposition
5.
Preposition
6.
Adverb
7.
Preposition
8.
Preposition
9.
Preposition
10.
Preposition
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Boxed Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\begin{array}{ll}
1. & \text{Preposition} \\
2. & \text{Preposition} \\
3. & \text{Preposition} \\
4. & \text{Preposition} \\
5. & \text{Preposition} \\
6. & \text{Adverb} \\
7. & \text{Preposition} \\
8. & \text{Preposition} \\
9. & \text{Preposition} \\
10. & \text{Preposition} \\
\end{array}
}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of preposition or adverb worksheet answers.
