Week 15 Spelling Test

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What is a contraction?

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A contraction is a shortened form of a word or group of words, created by omitting certain letters and sounds. For example, 'don't' is a contraction of 'do not.'

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What does 'should've' mean?

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'Should've' is a contraction of 'should have,' used to indicate something that was expected or intended to happen.

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What does 'hasn't' mean?

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'Hasn't' is a contraction of 'has not,' used to indicate that something has not occurred.

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What does 'haven't' mean?

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'Haven't' is a contraction of 'have not,' used to indicate that something has not happened.

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What does 'shouldn't' mean?

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'Shouldn't' is a contraction of 'should not,' used to indicate that something is not advisable.

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How do you form a contraction?

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To form a contraction, combine two words by removing certain letters and replacing them with an apostrophe. For example, 'you are' becomes 'you're.'

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What is the purpose of contractions in writing?

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Contractions make writing more informal and conversational, helping to convey a relaxed tone.

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Can contractions be used in formal writing?

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Contractions are generally avoided in formal writing, such as academic papers, but are common in everyday language.

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

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'It's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has,' while 'its' is a possessive form meaning 'belonging to it.'

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What is an example of a contraction with 'will'?

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An example is 'I'll,' which is a contraction of 'I will.'