Which sentences about phrases are true?

Question

Select all that apply.

Responses

Phrases can stand as complete sentences.
Phrases can stand as complete sentences.

Phrases can perform the same roles in sentences as individual words.
Phrases can perform the same roles in sentences as individual words.

Phrases are always set off with commas.
Phrases are always set off with commas.

Phrases do not contain a complete thought.

Answer 1

The true sentences about phrases are:

1. Phrases can perform the same roles in sentences as individual words.
2. Phrases do not contain a complete thought.

The other statements are false:

• Phrases can stand as complete sentences. (This is not true; phrases typically do not stand alone and convey a complete thought.)
• Phrases are always set off with commas. (Not all phrases require commas; it depends on the context and the specific type of phrase.)