Appositives Practice Worksheet
A Grade 11 ELA worksheet focusing on identifying, writing, and understanding appositives and appositive phrases.
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Appositives Practice Worksheet
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An appositive is a noun or noun phrase that renames another noun right beside it. An appositive phrase includes the appositive and its modifiers. Appositives can be essential (restrictive) or nonessential (nonrestrictive). Nonessential appositives are set off by commas. Read each section carefully and follow the instructions.
Identify the appositive or appositive phrase in each sentence. Circle the letter of the correct answer.
1. My brother, a talented musician, performs at local cafes.
My brother
a talented musician
performs
local cafes
2. The famous author Stephen King has written many horror novels.
The famous author
Stephen King
many horror novels
has written
Add an appropriate appositive or appositive phrase to each sentence. Remember to use commas for nonessential appositives.
3. My dog, , loves to chase squirrels.
4. The Eiffel Tower, , is a famous landmark in Paris.
5. We visited the museum with Dr. Evans, .
Determine if the underlined appositive is essential or nonessential. Mark T for True (nonessential) or F for False (essential).
6. My friend <ins>Sarah</ins> is moving to a new city.
True
False
7. The capital of France, <ins>Paris</ins>, is known for its beautiful architecture.
True
False
Rewrite the following sentences by combining them using an appositive or appositive phrase. Punctuate correctly.
8. Emily Dickinson was a reclusive poet. She lived in Amherst, Massachusetts.
9. The Amazon River is the largest river by discharge volume. It flows through South America.
In a paragraph, describe your favorite hobby or a significant event in your life. Make sure to include at least three appositives or appositive phrases. Underline each appositive you use.
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