Appositive Phrases and Plural Forms Flashcard

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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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Give an example of an appositive phrase in a sentence.

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In the sentence 'My brother, a talented musician, plays the guitar,' the phrase 'a talented musician' is the appositive.

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What is the plural form of 'man'?

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The plural form of 'man' is 'men'.

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What is the possessive form of 'man'?

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The possessive form of 'man' is 'man's'.

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What is the plural form of 'friend'?

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The plural form of 'friend' is 'friends'.

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What is the possessive form of 'friend'?

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The possessive form of 'friend' is 'friend's'.

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What does 'self-governance' mean?

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Self-governance refers to a community or group governing itself without external control.

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Identify the correct plural form: 'The (child, children) played in the park.'

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The correct plural form is 'children'.

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Identify the correct possessive form: 'The (dog, dogs) barked loudly.'

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The correct possessive form is 'dog's'.

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

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An appositive phrase provides additional information or clarification about a noun.