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B. Pick Predicates and write in the Predicate Column.
Sentences Predicate
1. The dewdrops glitter in the
sunshine.
2. Run as quickly as possible.
3. A speeding bus went past us.
4. The meteorologist failed to
show up for the story.
5. The meaning of phrasal verbs is
not always literal.
6. English teachers need to be
linguistically aware.
7. Each module consists of a test
of 80 questions.
The subject of a sentence usually comes first, but it is sometimes put
after the predicate to show more emphasis to the reader. This is called
Fronting. A subject and a verb usually change their position.
Examples: The garage was on the right of the house. (simple structure)
subject verb
A vase of flowers stood on the table. (simple structure)
(subject) (verb)
On the table stood a vase of flowers. (fronting)
(verb) ( subject)
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