Contractions

Front

What is a contraction in English grammar?

Back

A contraction is a shortened form of a word or group of words, created by omitting certain letters and sounds. It often combines two words into one.

Front

What two words make up the contraction 'isn't'?

Back

is not

Front

What two words make up the contraction 'they're'?

Back

they are

Front

What two words make up the contraction 'he's'?

Back

he is

Front

What two words make up the contraction 'it's'?

Back

it is

Front

What two words make up the contraction 'you've'?

Back

you have

Front

What two words make up the contraction 'she'll'?

Back

she will

Front

What two words make up the contraction 'wouldn't'?

Back

would not

Front

What is the purpose of using contractions in writing?

Back

Contractions are used to create a more conversational tone and to make writing more concise.

Front

What two words make up the contraction 'can't'?

Back

cannot