Unit 1 - Lessons 1.9, 1.10, and 1.11

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What is an appositive phrase?

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An appositive phrase is a noun or noun phrase that renames or provides additional information about another noun right next to it.

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Identify the noun described by the appositive phrase: 'He was born in Alsace, a region of France.'

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Alsace

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Identify the noun described by the appositive phrase: 'Paul shared his pet, a furry, brown hamster, with the class.'

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pet

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What part of speech is the underlined word in the sentence: 'Teachers and parents came to the studio for a visit.'?

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noun

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What part of speech is the underlined word in the sentence: 'I need to renew my magazine subscription this month.'?

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adjective

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What part of speech is the underlined word in the sentence: 'The work of developing the film excited the children.'?

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noun

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Give an example of an appositive phrase in a sentence.

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My brother, a talented musician, plays the guitar.

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What is the function of an appositive phrase in a sentence?

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It provides additional information about a noun, helping to clarify or specify it.

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Can an appositive phrase be removed from a sentence without changing its basic meaning?

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Yes, an appositive phrase can often be removed without altering the main idea of the sentence.

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What is the difference between a noun and a verb?

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A noun is a person, place, thing, or idea, while a verb expresses an action or state of being.