Read the sentence.
With its trunk, an elephant gives an affectionate caress to its baby or mate.
Which best identifies the word the underlined phrase modifies?
(A) elephant
(B) gives
(C) caress
(D) trunk
Answer:
(B) gives
Step-by-step explanation:
A phrase is a group of words that do not have a verb and a subject and does not form a complete thought.
The phrase "with its trunk" modifies the verb "gives" in the sentence.