Phrases

 study these sentences

1. I hope to win the first prize. (Noun phrase – it serves as the object of the verb hope)

2. The girl in brown frock is my sister. (Adjective phrase – it modifies the noun girl)

3. Did you enjoy watching the movie? (Noun phrase – it serves as the object of the verb enjoy)

4. She always drives with care. (Adverb clause – it shows the manner in which she drives)

5. They were shouting in a loud voice. (Adverb phrase – shows the manner in which they are shouting)

6. The train stopped at Victoria Terminus. (Adverb phrase – shows the place)

 

Identify the phrases in the following sentences 


1. The lion is an animal of great strength.

 

2. A homeless child has to spend his days in great misery.

 

3. He listened to me with great attention.

 

4. Do not play with naughty boys.

 

5. Calcutta is a city of thick population.

 

6. He is full of courage.

 

7. She was wearing a bangle made of gold.

 

8. An old man lived beside the lake.

 

9. The boy stood on the burning deck.

 

10. He wants to go home.

 

11. Do you enjoy reading this book?

 

12. The wicked vizier loves getting people into trouble.

 

13. He speaks like a born leader.

 

14. I have forgotten how to play this game.

 

15. He succeeded in the long run.  

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