Frequently Confused Words: its & it's

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

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'Its' is a possessive pronoun used to indicate ownership, while 'it's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has'.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

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When do you use 'its'?

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'Its' is used to show that something belongs to or is associated with something that is not a person.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4B

CCSS.L.9-10.4B

CCSS.L.K.4B

CCSS.RF.1.3F

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When do you use 'it's'?

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'It's' is used when you want to say 'it is' or 'it has'.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

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Fill in the blank: The cat licked ____ paw.

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its

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

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Fill in the blank: ____ a sunny day outside.

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It's

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

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Choose the correct word: The dog wagged ____ tail.

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its

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CCSS.L.2.1B

CCSS.L.3.1B

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Choose the correct word: ____ going to be a great party tonight!

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It's

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

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What does 'there' refer to?

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'There' is used to refer to a place or location.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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What does 'their' indicate?

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'Their' is a possessive pronoun used to show that something belongs to them.

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CCSS.L.3.2E

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.2B

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What does 'they're' mean?

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'They're' is a contraction for 'they are'.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A