In a subordinate word groups, has phrases and clauses.Phrases lack a subject and a verb, so they are subordinate. Subordinate clauses begin with a word(although,that,or when),this is a mark that they are subordinate. Subordinate clauses have a subject and verb.
Prepositional phrases
Begin with a preposition(in,at,with...). End with a noun or noun equivalent(in the tree,by yourself). Noun or noun equivalent is named object of the preposition.
Verbal phrases
Verbal is a verb form. Include participial phrases(past and present),infinitives.
Appositive phrases
Function is somewhat as adj. do.It is describe nouns or pronouns.
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Most of your blogs are on target. Keep reviewing and summarizing patterns and grammar with clear, full-sentence examples in your own words. It shows me that you really understand what is being taught in class and what is expected in this course. Blog 4 could have had examples. Be sure you understand how to write about abbreviations in an essay. CIA (Central Intelligence Agency) 7/10
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