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. For example, 'do not' becomes 'don't'.

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CCSS.L.2.2C

Front

What is the contraction for 'I was not'?

Back

wasn't

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

Front

What is the contraction for 'I had not'?

Back

hadn't

Front

What is the contraction for 'do not'?

Back

don't

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

Front

What is the contraction for 'should not'?

Back

shouldn't

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

Front

What is the contraction for 'I have not'?

Back

haven't

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

Front

How do contractions affect the tone of a sentence?

Back

Contractions often make speech and writing sound more informal and conversational.

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CCSS.L.2.2C

Front

What are some common contractions used in English?

Back

Common contractions include: I'm (I am), you're (you are), he's (he is), she's (she is), it's (it is), we're (we are), they're (they are).

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CCSS.L.2.2C

Front

What is the difference between 'it's' and 'its'?

Back

'It's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has', while 'its' is a possessive form indicating ownership.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

Front

Can contractions be used in formal writing?

Back

Contractions are generally avoided in formal writing, such as academic papers or professional documents, but may be acceptable in informal contexts.

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CCSS.L.2.2C