Question

Which word best identifies the word the underlined phrase modifies? With its trunk, an elephant gives an affectionate caress to its baby or mate. gives caress trunk elephant

Answer 1

Read the sentence.

With its trunk, an elephant gives an affectionate caress to its baby or mate.

Which best identifies the word the underlined phrase modifies?

(A) elephant  

(B) gives  

(C) caress  

(D) trunk

Answer:

(B) gives  

Explanation:

A phrase is a group of words that do not have a verb and a subject and does not form a complete thought.

The phrase "with its trunk" modifies the verb "gives" in the sentence.