Commas With Appositives
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English
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6th - 8th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an appositive?
Back
An appositive is a noun or noun phrase that renames or explains another noun right beside it.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Identify the appositive in this sentence: The car, a silver Honda, had two flat tires.
Back
a silver Honda
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Identify the appositive in this sentence: The female kingfisher, a large-headed bird that lives near the water, is known for its bright plumage.
Back
a large-headed bird that lives near the water
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Where do you place commas when using an appositive?
Back
Commas are placed before and after the appositive if it is non-restrictive (not essential to the meaning of the sentence).
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Is this sentence correct? The insect, a cockroach, is crawling across the kitchen table.
Back
Yes, it is correct.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Identify the appositive in this sentence: I lost my silver necklace, a present from my mother, at the Carnival.
Back
a present from my mother
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a restrictive appositive?
Back
A restrictive appositive provides essential information about the noun it renames and does not require commas.
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