Appositive Phrases Flashcard

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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 appositive phrase in the sentence: 'My brother, a talented musician, plays the guitar.'

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a talented musician

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What punctuation is commonly used with appositive phrases?

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Commas are commonly used to set off appositive phrases from the rest of the sentence.

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True or False: An appositive phrase can be essential to the meaning of a sentence.

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False. An appositive phrase can be non-essential and can be removed without changing the main meaning of the sentence.

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Provide an example of a sentence with a non-essential appositive phrase.

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The car, a vintage model, is parked outside.

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What is the difference between essential and non-essential appositive phrases?

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Essential appositive phrases provide necessary information to identify the noun, while non-essential appositive phrases add extra information but can be removed without altering the sentence's meaning.

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Identify the appositive phrase in the sentence: 'The city of Paris is known for its art and culture.'

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The city of Paris

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How can appositive phrases enhance writing?

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Appositive phrases can add detail and clarity, making writing more descriptive and engaging.

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What is the role of commas in appositive phrases?

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Commas are used to separate appositive phrases from the noun they modify, indicating that the information is additional.

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Create a sentence using an appositive phrase: 'My friend is a great cook.'

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My friend, a great cook, made dinner for us.