Homework Help: english

Posted by jason on Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 6:40pm.

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.

English - Ms. Sue, Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 6:46pm
I'll be glad to check your answers. Be sure to include the infinitive phrase in your answers.
english - jason, Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 6:58pm
i don't know how to identify the infinitive phase
English - Ms. Sue, Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 7:11pm
http://www.chompchomp.com/terms/infinitivephrase.htm
english - jason, Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 7:11pm
the infinitive phrase in number 5)a noun?
English - Ms. Sue, Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 7:19pm
Yes, it's a noun used as the subject.
english - jason, Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 7:22pm
alright and 4) the infinitive phrase is a adverb?
english - Ms. Sue, Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 7:34pm
No. In 4) the infinitive phrase is to go, and it is the direct object of "want."
english - jason, Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 7:39pm
k and what about the others?

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