Question
what is the function of the italicized infinitive phrase in these sentences?
1)May I have permission to use the car tonight?
2)He went to Europe to study architecture.
3)Can you give me a place to put my things?
4)I want to go with you to the store.
5)To help you is my greatest desire.
6)Meredith is to be restored as captain.
1)May I have permission to use the car tonight?
2)He went to Europe to study architecture.
3)Can you give me a place to put my things?
4)I want to go with you to the store.
5)To help you is my greatest desire.
6)Meredith is to be restored as captain.
Answers
Ms. Sue
I'll be glad to check your answers. Be sure to include the infinitive phrase in your answers.
i don't know how to identify the infinitive phase
Ms. Sue
http://www.chompchomp.com/terms/infinitivephrase.htm
the infinitive phrase in number 5)a noun?
Ms. Sue
Yes, it's a noun used as the subject.
alright and 4) the infinitive phrase is a adverb?
Ms. Sue
No. In 4) the infinitive phrase is <i>to go</i>, and it is the direct object of "want."
k and what about the others?
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