Meaning: The broccoli was good for you and it was cooked by steaming.
Choice of Words: The words "healthy" and "steamed" describe the nutritional value and cooking method of the broccoli.
Alternative Expressions
The broccoli on the table is healthy and steamed.
Meaning: This sentence is also describing a plate of broccoli that has been cooked by steaming and is sitting on a table. However, this sentence emphasizes that the broccoli is healthy.
Choice of Words:The is used to specify a particular broccoli. On means that the broccoli is located on top of the table. Is is a verb that indicates the state of being.
Broccoli, which is healthy, is steamed and placed on the table.
Meaning: This sentence is the most detailed of the three. It provides more information about the broccoli, including the fact that it is healthy and that it was placed on the table.
Choice of Words:Which is used to provide more information about the broccoli. Is is a verb that indicates the state of being. Placed means that the broccoli was put on the table.