Asked by Alicia
What is the infinitive phrase in the following sentences? Tell whether it is used as a noun, adj, or adverb.
1. Early Bostonians STAGED THE BOSTON TEA PARTY TO PROTEST TAXATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION.
2.
TO PROTECT THEIR COMFORTABLE POSITION, Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette ignored the demands of the French people.
1. Early Bostonians STAGED THE BOSTON TEA PARTY TO PROTEST TAXATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION.
2.
TO PROTECT THEIR COMFORTABLE POSITION, Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette ignored the demands of the French people.
Answers
Answered by
Ms. Sue
You've correctly identified the infinitive phrase in number 2. It tells why they ignored the demands of the people. What part of speech tells why?
Study this site for help with the first sentence.
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Study this site for help with the first sentence.
http://www.chompchomp.com/terms/infinitivephrase.htm
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