Read the sentence.
<u>With its trunk</u>, 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.
Answer:
George Washington believed that all people have God given rights and should be free from unjust laws.
Explanation:
George Washington was given the option of becoming king of the united states, but he declined because he knew that that would make a hierarchy just like in England, so he made the phrase from above roughly as he stated why he wouldn't be king. He obviously accepted presidency:)
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