Sentence Structure: Phrases/Clauses

10 Questions | By Jmweaver | Updated: Mar 21, 2022 | Attempts: 3192

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Identify each group of underlined words as a prepositional phrase, a dependent/subordinate clause or an independent clause.

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1. The librarian took from her desk a new edition of one of the classics.
- A.
  
  Prepositional phrase
- B.
  
  Independent clause
- C.
  
  Dependent/subordinate clause
2.

2. It is unfortunate that Mr. Jones will not return.
- A.
  
  Prepositional phrase
- B.
  
  Independent clause
- C.
  
  Dependent/subordinate clause
3.

3. The man whose neck was broken has recovered completely.
- A.
  
  Prepositional phrase
- B.
  
  Independent clause
- C.
  
  Dependent/subordinate clause
4.

4. Gayle is the one for whom you are looking.
- A.
  
  Prepositional phrase
- B.
  
  Independent clause
- C.
  
  Dependent/subordinate clause
5.

5. If the manager is unable to help, try the assistant manager.
- A.
  
  Prepositional phrase
- B.
  
  Independent clause
- C.
  
  Dependent/subordinate clause
6.

6. Many books of mysteries and detective stories are found in our library.
- A.
  
  Prepositional phrase
- B.
  
  Independent clause
- C.
  
  Dependent/subordinate clause
7.

7. Because my wife entered the pie contest, I was unable to be a judge.
- A.
  
  Prepositional phrase
- B.
  
  Independent clause
- C.
  
  Dependent/subordinate clause
8.

8. The report that the island is under water is misleading.
- A.
  
  Prepositional phrase
- B.
  
  Independent clause
- C.
  
  Dependent/subordinate clause
9.

9. The city council objected when the mayor changed his mind.
- A.
  
  Prepositional phrase
- B.
  
  Independent clause
- C.
  
  Dependent/subordinate clause
10.

10. Our work on the planning committee includes all kinds of new ideas and concepts.
- A.
  
  Prepositional phrase
- B.
  
  Independent clause
- C.
  
  Dependent/subordinate clause