First Half Phrase Review

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The First half phrase review is a simple and short quiz on identifying different phrases used in sentences and attaching the correct type of word that relates to it. It is an interesting piece and therefore, fun to do. Enjoy!

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1.

The three of us divvied up the remaining containers of chocolate pudding.
- A.
  
  Gerund
- B.
  
  Participle
- C.
  
  Appositive
- D.
  
  Infinitive
- E.
  
  Preposition
Correct Answer
E. Preposition

Explanation
The word "of" in the sentence indicates that it is functioning as a preposition. Prepositions are words that show the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence. In this case, "of" shows the relationship between "containers" and "chocolate pudding." It indicates that the containers are made up or filled with chocolate pudding. Therefore, the correct answer is preposition.

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My brother, a clown by profession, works all weekend at parties and gatherings.
- A.
  
  Gerund
- B.
  
  Participle
- C.
  
  Appositive
- D.
  
  Infinitive
- E.
  
  Preposition
Correct Answer
C. Appositive

Explanation
The correct answer is "Appositive" because it is a noun or noun phrase that renames or identifies another noun or pronoun in the sentence. In this case, "a clown by profession" renames or identifies "my brother." It provides additional information about his occupation.

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3.

Wanting to save money, Lysbeth spent the morning clipping and filing coupons.
- A.
  
  Gerund
- B.
  
  Participle
- C.
  
  Appositive
- D.
  
  Infinitive
- E.
  
  Preposition
Correct Answer
B. Participle

Explanation
The correct answer is "Participle" because "clipping and filing" are both present participles, which function as adjectives in this sentence to describe the activity of Lysbeth.

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Pygmalion is by George Shaw, one of my favorite playwrights.
- A.
  
  Gerund
- B.
  
  Participle
- C.
  
  Appositive
- D.
  
  Infinitive
- E.
  
  Preposition
Correct Answer
C. Appositive

Explanation
The given sentence "Pygmalion is by George Shaw, one of my favorite playwrights" contains an appositive. An appositive is a noun or noun phrase that renames or identifies another noun or pronoun in the sentence. In this case, "one of my favorite playwrights" renames "George Shaw" and provides additional information about him.

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My dog is so scared of storms that she runs and hides under the sofa or behind my desk whenever it rains.
- A.
  
  Gerund
- B.
  
  Participle
- C.
  
  Appositive
- D.
  
  Infinitive
- E.
  
  Preposition
Correct Answer
E. Preposition

Explanation
The correct answer is "Preposition". In the given sentence, the word "of" is used to show the relationship between the noun "scared" and the noun "storms". Prepositions are used to indicate location, time, or other relationships between words in a sentence. In this case, "of" is showing the relationship of being scared and storms.

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We will cover much of the material, depending on our time limitations.
- A.
  
  Gerund
- B.
  
  Participle
- C.
  
  Appositive
- D.
  
  Infinitive
- E.
  
  Preposition
Correct Answer
B. Participle

Explanation
The word "depending" in the sentence is functioning as a participle. It is derived from the verb "depend" and is used to modify the noun "time limitations." It indicates that the amount of material covered will be determined by the time constraints.

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Bowser, the dog with sharp teeth, is coming around the corner.
- A.
  
  Gerund
- B.
  
  Participle
- C.
  
  Appositive
- D.
  
  Infinitive
- E.
  
  Preposition
Correct Answer
C. Appositive

Explanation
The given sentence "Bowser, the dog with sharp teeth, is coming around the corner" contains an appositive. An appositive is a noun or noun phrase that renames or describes another noun right beside it. In this case, "the dog with sharp teeth" is the appositive that provides additional information about Bowser, specifying that he is the dog with sharp teeth.

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Francis found her lost sneakers behind the sofa in the living room.
- A.
  
  Gerund
- B.
  
  Participle
- C.
  
  Appositive
- D.
  
  Infinitive
- E.
  
  Preposition
Correct Answer
E. Preposition

Explanation
The word "behind" in the sentence is functioning as a preposition. Prepositions are used to show the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence. In this case, "behind" is showing the location of where Francis found her lost sneakers.

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The store around the corner is painting its interior.
- A.
  
  Gerund
- B.
  
  Participle
- C.
  
  Appositive
- D.
  
  Infinitive
- E.
  
  Preposition
Correct Answer
E. Preposition

Explanation
The word "around" in the sentence indicates that the store is located in close proximity to the corner. "Around" is a preposition that shows the relationship between the store and the corner. Therefore, the correct answer is preposition.

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"Blinded by the light, revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night"- Blinded by the Light by Manfred Mann.
- A.
  
  Gerund
- B.
  
  Participle
- C.
  
  Appositive
- D.
  
  Infinitive
- E.
  
  Preposition
Correct Answer
B. Participle

Explanation
The phrase "blinded by the light" is a participial phrase because it starts with the present participle "blinded" and functions as an adjective to describe the subject of the sentence. In this case, the subject is not explicitly mentioned, but it refers to the person who is "revved up like a deuce" and "another runner in the night." The phrase describes the state or condition of being blinded by the light.

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First Half Phrase Review

The three of us divvied up the remaining containers of chocolate pudding.

My brother, a clown by profession, works all weekend at parties and gatherings.

Wanting to save money, Lysbeth spent the morning clipping and filing coupons.

Pygmalion is by George Shaw, one of my favorite playwrights.

My dog is so scared of storms that she runs and hides under the sofa or behind my desk whenever it rains.

We will cover much of the material, depending on our time limitations.

Bowser, the dog with sharp teeth, is coming around the corner.

Francis found her lost sneakers behind the sofa in the living room.

The store around the corner is painting its interior.

"Blinded by the light, revved up like a deuce, another runner in the night"- Blinded by the Light by Manfred Mann.