Appositives

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What is an appositive?

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

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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Identify the appositive in the sentence: 'My brother, a skilled guitarist, plays in a band.'

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a skilled guitarist

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What punctuation is typically used with appositives?

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Commas are typically used to set off appositives from the rest of the sentence.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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

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True, an appositive can be essential if it provides necessary information to identify the noun.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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Identify the appositive in the sentence: 'The city of Paris, the capital of France, is known for its art.'

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the capital of France

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What is the difference between a restrictive and non-restrictive appositive?

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A restrictive appositive provides essential information without which the sentence's meaning would change, while a non-restrictive appositive adds extra information and is set off by commas.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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Provide an example of a non-restrictive appositive.

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My dog, a golden retriever, loves to play fetch.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What is the function of an appositive in a sentence?

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The function of an appositive is to clarify or add detail to a noun.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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Identify the appositive in the sentence: 'The author J.K. Rowling wrote the Harry Potter series.'

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J.K. Rowling

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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How can appositives enhance writing?

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Appositives can enhance writing by adding detail and variety, making sentences more informative and engaging.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B