Activity 1 questions 1. What is a prepositional phrase? 2. How do we form a prepositional phrase? 3. What are the 2 uses of prepositional phrase?

4. When does a prepositional phrase function as an adjective? 5. When does a prepositional phrase function as an adverb? 6. Why is it important to use prepositional phrases in our writings or conversations?

Activity 2
A. Number you paper 1 to 8. Write each prepositional phrase used as adjective. Then beside each phrase, write the word it modifies.

1. That article about the Olympics was interesting. 2. The players on the tennis team have new uniforms. 3. Every puppy in the pet store has had its shot for distemper. 4. An elephant eats a quarter of a ton of food each day. 5. A single flash of lightning can carry a charge of 100 million volts. 6. The box underneath my bed contains my winter clothes. 7. The string of pearls around her neck was a gift. 8. Mexican Hat is the name of a town in Utah.

B. Number you paper 1 to 7. Write each prepositional phrase used as adverb. Then beside each phrase, write the word or words it modifies. 1. The pony express existed for only 18 months. 2. Spaghetti was invented by the Chinese. 3. Anthony appeared nervous as the debate monitor. 4. You should feed the cat late in the evening. 5. Long time ago, United States paper money was one third larger in size. 6. 2,000 thunderstorms may be brewing in the earths atmosphere. 7. Your book report must be given within the week.

Activity 3 Write at least five sentences that give directions from one place to another. Be as specific as possible, using landmarks where appropriate. Underline each prepositional phrase.

ASSIGNMENT

Write the lyrics of your favorite song and be able to underline all the prepositional phrases on it.