Identify the word the appositive or appositive phrase in the following sentence modifies: Brent's favorite athlete is the baseball player Josh Hamilton.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to identify the appositive or appositive phrase in the given sentence that modifies 'Brent's favorite athlete.' The correct response will point out the specific word or phrase that provides clarification about Brent's favorite athlete.
Answer
'athlete'
The appositive phrase 'the baseball player Josh Hamilton' modifies 'athlete.'
Answer for screen readers
The appositive phrase 'the baseball player Josh Hamilton' modifies 'athlete.'
More Information
The appositive phrases provide additional information or clarification about the nouns to which they refer.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing adjacent descriptive adjectives with appositive phrases.
Sources
- The appositive in the sentence is 'the baseball player Josh Hamilton.' - gauthmath.com
- Explanation of appositives - Brainly - brainly.com
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