Appositives and Appositive Phrases-1st

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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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Where are appositives typically located in a sentence?

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Appositives are typically located after the noun they describe.

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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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What is an appositive phrase?

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An appositive phrase includes the appositive and any modifiers that describe it.

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Provide an example of an appositive in a sentence.

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'The insect, a large cockroach, scurried across the floor.'

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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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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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Can an appositive be a single word?

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Yes, an appositive can be a single word, such as a name or title.

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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 provide clarity or additional information about a noun.

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

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Paris