EXERCISE 48–15 Phrases and clauses

EXERCISE 48–15 Phrases and clauses

Indicate whether the underlined word group in each sentence is a prepositional phrase, a verbal phrase, or a subordinate clause. Click Save to save your work and return to it. Click Submit to see your score and item-by-item explanations; your activity will be recorded in your instructor's gradebook.

1 of 10

There was a drastic change in the weather last night.

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EXERCISE 48–15 Phrases and clauses - 1 of 10: There was a drastic change in the weather last night.

2 of 10

You cannot buy something that is not for sale.

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EXERCISE 48–15 Phrases and clauses - 2 of 10: You cannot buy something that is not for sale.

3 of 10

To prepare a light and flaky pie crust, handle the dough sparingly.

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EXERCISE 48–15 Phrases and clauses - 3 of 10: To prepare a light and flaky pie crust, handle the dough sparingly.

4 of 10

A tip received from an anonymous source allowed the police to crack the case.

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EXERCISE 48–15 Phrases and clauses - 4 of 10: A tip received from an anonymous source allowed the police to crack the case.

5 of 10

If it rains, the festival will be canceled.

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EXERCISE 48–15 Phrases and clauses - 5 of 10: If it rains, the festival will be canceled.

6 of 10

The dream of striking it rich led many prospectors to California and Alaska.

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EXERCISE 48–15 Phrases and clauses - 6 of 10: The dream of striking it rich led many prospectors to California and Alaska.

7 of 10

Be wary of any investment that promises consistently high returns.

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EXERCISE 48–15 Phrases and clauses - 7 of 10: Be wary of any investment that promises consistently high returns.

8 of 10

The latest gimmick attracting thrill seekers to the mall is a surfing booth.

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EXERCISE 48–15 Phrases and clauses - 8 of 10: The latest gimmick attracting thrill seekers to the mall is a surfing booth.

9 of 10

It is time to seek professional help when gambling becomes more than just a hobby.

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EXERCISE 48–15 Phrases and clauses - 9 of 10: It is time to seek professional help when gambling becomes more than just a hobby.

10 of 10

The evidence pointing to the suspect’s guilt was enough to sway the jury.

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EXERCISE 48–15 Phrases and clauses - 10 of 10: The evidence pointing to the suspect’s guilt was enough to sway the jury.