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Restrictive and Nonrestrictive Words, Phrases, and Clauses — Quiz

Question 5 • English Language Arts 10

What is the best definition of an appositive?

Answer
A
a noun clause that restricts the meaning of a noun
B
a nonrestrictive phrase that modifies a noun
C
a clause that modifies or explains a noun
D
a noun or noun phrase that modifies a noun

Explanation

An appositive is a noun or noun phrase placed beside another noun to identify, rename, or explain it. For example, in “My brother, a talented musician, plays piano,” the noun phrase “a talented musician” renames “my brother.” The best definition is “a noun or noun phrase that modifies a noun.”

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