Appositives & Commas

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What is an appositive?

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An appositive is a noun or pronoun that identifies or renames another noun or pronoun.

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Identify the appositive in the sentence: 'Yesterday, Simon and I ate at Tasty's, a small deli near our house.'

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a small deli near our house

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Which of the following sentences contains an appositive?

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Rice, the main ingredient in many Polynesian dishes, is a popular food in Hawaii.

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What is the appositive phrase in the following sentence: 'Leonardo da Vinci, the great Renaissance painter, was also an inventor.'

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, the great Renaissance painter,

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Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

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My mom, a nurse, drives a red car.

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What punctuation is typically used to set off an appositive?

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Commas are typically used to set off an appositive.

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Can an appositive be a single word?

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Yes, an appositive can be a single word, such as a noun or pronoun.

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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 about the noun it renames, while a non-restrictive appositive adds extra information and is set off by commas.

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Provide an example of a non-restrictive appositive.

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My brother, a talented musician, plays the guitar.

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What is the effect of using appositives in writing?

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Appositives can add detail and clarity to writing, making it more descriptive.