Appositives

An appositive is a noun or noun phrase that clarifies the previous word/phrase and expands meaning.

Remember: Nonessential--Use commas because the phrase is not needed for the sentence to make sense.

Essential--Do not use commas because the appositive is needed in order for the sentence to make sense.


Directions: In the space provided, type out the appositive in the sentence.

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