Its/It's

Front

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

Back

'Its' is a possessive pronoun used to indicate ownership (e.g., the dog wagged its tail). 'It's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has' (e.g., it's raining).

Tags

CCSS.L.7.3A

CCSS.W.7.2D

Front

When should you use 'it's'?

Back

Use 'it's' when you can replace it with 'it is' or 'it has' in the sentence.

Front

When should you use 'its'?

Back

Use 'its' to show possession, indicating that something belongs to 'it'.

Front

Fill in the blank: The cat licked _______ paws.

Back

its

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CCSS.L.7.4A

Front

Fill in the blank: _______ going to be a sunny day tomorrow!

Back

It's

Tags

CCSS.L.7.3A

CCSS.L.7.4A

Front

True or False: 'It's' can be used to show possession.

Back

False

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CCSS.L.7.4D

Front

True or False: 'Its' is a contraction.

Back

False

Front

Fill in the blank: The dog chased _______ tail.

Back

its

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CCSS.L.7.4A

Front

Fill in the blank: I think _______ going to rain today.

Back

it's

Tags

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.7.4A

Front

What does 'it's' stand for?

Back

'It's' stands for 'it is' or 'it has'.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4