Appositive Phrases

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What is an appositive phrase?

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A noun that describes or offers more info on the subject.

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Where can an appositive phrase be found in a sentence?

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Typically near the subject.

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Identify the appositive phrase: Maria was a wonderful singer, an award winner in fact.

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An award winner in fact.

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Identify the appositive phrase: The bird whistled a song, a beautiful tune, for my guest.

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A beautiful tune.

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Identify the appositive phrase: I read a book last night, a real page turner.

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A real page turner.

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

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To provide additional information about a noun.

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Can an appositive phrase be removed from a sentence?

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Yes, it can be removed without changing the main meaning of the sentence.

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What punctuation is often used with appositive phrases?

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Commas are often used to set off appositive phrases.

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Give an example of an appositive phrase in a sentence.

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My brother, a talented musician, plays the guitar.

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What is a restrictive appositive phrase?

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An appositive phrase that is essential to the meaning of the sentence.