Review: Phrase Functions, Answer 1.3

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Question:
The projectionist dreamt that he chased an enormous bat around the theatre.
Answer:
The answer object is not correct.
Explanation:
In this sentence, the prepositional phrase around the theatre functions as an adverb because it modifies the verb chased.
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