Appositive Phrases

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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 this sentence: 'My brother, a skilled guitarist, plays in a band.'

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a skilled guitarist

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What is the difference between essential and nonessential appositives?

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Essential appositives provide necessary information to identify the noun they modify, while nonessential appositives add extra information but can be removed without changing the sentence's meaning.

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Provide an example of a nonessential appositive phrase.

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'My sister, a talented artist, painted this mural.'

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What punctuation is typically used with nonessential appositive phrases?

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Commas are used to set off nonessential appositive phrases.

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Provide an example of an essential appositive phrase.

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'The author J.K. Rowling wrote the Harry Potter series.'

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What is the role of an appositive phrase in a sentence?

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An appositive phrase provides clarity and additional detail about a noun.

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True or False: Removing a nonessential appositive changes the meaning of the sentence.

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False

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

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The city of Paris

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

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a golden retriever