Predicate Nominative
* Definition: A predicate nominative is a noun or pronoun that renames the subject of the sentence. It follows a linking verb (like *is*, *am*, *are*, *was*, *were*, *become*, *seem*, *appear*, etc.).
* Function: It clarifies or provides more information about the subject.
* Example:
* The winner is John.** (John renames the subject *winner*).
* My favorite author is Stephen King.** (Stephen King renames the subject *author*).
Predicate Adjective
* Definition: A predicate adjective is an adjective that modifies the subject of the sentence. It also follows a linking verb.
* Function: It describes or provides information about the quality or state of the subject.
* Example:
* The sunset is beautiful.** (Beautiful describes the sunset).
* The weather is unpredictable.** (Unpredictable describes the weather).
Object of Preposition
* Definition: The object of a preposition is a noun, pronoun, or noun phrase that follows a preposition and receives the action of the preposition.
* Function: It completes the prepositional phrase and provides information about the location, time, or manner of the action.
* Example:
* The book is on the table. (Table is the object of the preposition *on*)
* I went to the store. (Store is the object of the preposition *to*)
* He sat next to her. (Her is the object of the preposition *next to*)
How to Determine the Difference
* Ask yourself: What is the word modifying or renaming? If it's renaming the subject, it's a predicate nominative. If it's describing the subject, it's a predicate adjective.
* Look for the linking verb: Both predicate nominatives and predicate adjectives follow linking verbs.
Key Points
* Predicate nominatives and predicate adjectives are always found in the predicate (the part of the sentence after the verb).
* Both are closely linked to the subject of the sentence.
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