ACA Prepositional and Appositive Phrases Flashcard

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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 next to it. For example, in 'My brother, a skilled musician, plays guitar,' 'a skilled musician' is the appositive.

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When should you use commas with appositives?

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Use commas to set off non-essential appositives that add extra information but are not crucial to the meaning of the sentence. Do not use commas for essential appositives.

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What is a prepositional phrase?

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A prepositional phrase consists of a preposition and its object, which can be a noun or pronoun, along with any modifiers. For example, 'under the table' is a prepositional phrase.

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Identify the components of a prepositional phrase.

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A prepositional phrase includes a preposition, its object, and any modifiers of the object. Example: 'in the bright room' (preposition: in, object: room, modifier: bright).

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What is the function of a prepositional phrase in a sentence?

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Prepositional phrases can function as adjectives or adverbs, providing additional information about nouns or verbs.

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How can you identify a prepositional phrase in a sentence?

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Look for a preposition followed by a noun or pronoun. Common prepositions include 'in,' 'on,' 'at,' 'between,' and 'under.'

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What is the difference between essential and non-essential appositives?

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Essential appositives are necessary for the meaning of the sentence and do not require commas. Non-essential appositives add extra information and are set off by commas.

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Provide an example of a sentence with a non-essential appositive.

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My sister, an excellent cook, made dinner last night.

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Provide an example of a sentence with an essential appositive.

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

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What is the role of prepositional phrases in writing?

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Prepositional phrases enhance writing by adding detail and clarity, helping to specify time, location, and relationships.