1.9 - Grammar: Nouns in Direct Address"

A noun in direct address names the person spoken to.

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A noun in direct address is set off from the rest of the sentence by a comma or commas.

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• False

Identify the noun in direct address in this sentence:

Kids, get off the dang roof!

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Grover, you are my best friend.

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What happened to you, Grover?

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Skooter, did you get new glasses?

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Sweedish Chef, you make the best dinners!

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Forgetful Jones, were you ever a muppet character?

Identify the noun in direct address in this sentence:

Everyone, I need you to give Barkley a big hug.

Identify the noun in direct address in this sentence:

Roosevelt Franklin, you are my favorite forgotten muppet.