Appositives

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What is an appositive?

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An appositive is a noun or noun phrase that renames or clarifies another noun right beside it.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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Give an example of an appositive in a sentence.

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My brother, a skilled guitarist, plays in a band.

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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: Appositives can be essential or non-essential.

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True

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What is a non-essential appositive?

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A non-essential appositive adds extra information but is not necessary for the sentence's meaning and is set off by commas.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What is an essential appositive?

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An essential appositive provides crucial information that is necessary to understand the sentence 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 is the appositive that renames 'My friend'.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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How do appositives enhance writing?

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Appositives provide additional information and detail, making writing more descriptive and engaging.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What is the difference between an appositive and an adjective?

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An appositive is a noun or noun phrase that renames another noun, while an adjective describes a noun.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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Can appositives be used at the beginning of a sentence?

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Yes, appositives can be placed at the beginning of a sentence for emphasis.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B