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Topic: The vocative case in English 1

level: Intermediate (B1/B2)

Choose whether the bolded word(s) are in the vocative case or not.

1. So, James, did you visit your brother in Fort Lauderdale?
  Not vocative
  Vocative

2. He asked me if James had finished his online course.
  Not vocative
  Vocative

3. My friends, I am very happy that you all came.
  Not vocative
  Vocative

4. I'll see you next week, Mary.
  Not vocative
  Vocative

5. I'll see Mary next week.
  Not vocative
  Vocative

6. I don't understand you, you silly boy.
  Not vocative
  Vocative

7. John, stop crying!
  Vocative
  Non vocative

8. Ladies and gentlemen, this is my daughter.
  Not vocative
  Vocative

9. You got your degree? I'm so proud of you!
  Vocative
  Not vocative

10. I didn't do anything wrong, officer.
  Not vocative
  Vocative

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