Hi,
I would interpret the first prepositional phrase in each pair as an adverb answering the question “how” or “when”. The second prepositional phrase then works
as an adjective, modifying the object of the first prepositional phrase and answering the question “which”.
Sherry Saylors
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Subject: modifier question
Hello to all... I'm hesitant on describing this construction (similar in both examples) and would be happy for your input. I see the two separate prepositional phrases in each sentence but want
to be sure I'm identifying their individual roles (adverb/adjective?) correctly. Thank you and best wishes...
...
it is prudent to examine what parameters for masculinity will be addressed
throughout the course of this paper
...
... can often be explained
within the scope of a gender-role conflict...
--
John Chorazy
English III Honors, AP Lit
Advisor, Panther Press
Pequannock Township High School
973.616.6000
Noli Timere
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