Appositives

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What is an appositive?

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An appositive is a noun or noun phrase that renames or explains another noun next to it.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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

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a talented musician

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What punctuation is often used with appositives?

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Commas are often 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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Identify the appositive in this sentence: 'The city of Paris is known for its art.'

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The city of Paris

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What is the purpose of an appositive?

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The purpose of an appositive is to provide additional information about a noun.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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Identify the appositive in this sentence: 'My dog, a golden retriever, loves to play fetch.'

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a golden retriever

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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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 name.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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Identify the appositive in this sentence: 'The book, a mystery novel, was thrilling.'

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a mystery novel

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What is a restrictive appositive?

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A restrictive appositive provides essential information about the noun and is not set off by commas.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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Identify the appositive in this sentence: 'My friend Sarah is an excellent cook.'

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Sarah

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B