Apostrophes

Front

What is the primary use of an apostrophe?

Back

Apostrophes are primarily used to indicate possession and to form contractions.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a correct use of an apostrophe?

Back

Making a word plural.

Front

How do you form a contraction with 'is not'?

Back

The contraction is 'isn't'.

Front

What is the correct contraction for 'it is'?

Back

The correct contraction is 'it's'.

Front

How do you show possession for a singular noun that ends in 's'?

Back

You can add an apostrophe and 's' (e.g., 'Jesus's followers') or just an apostrophe (e.g., 'Jesus' followers').

Front

What is the correct way to write the glasses that belong to the teacher?

Back

The correct form is 'The teacher's glasses.'

Front

What is the rule for plural nouns that do not show possession?

Back

Do not use an apostrophe for plural nouns that do not show possession.

Front

How do you indicate possession for plural nouns that end in 's'?

Back

Add only an apostrophe after the 's' (e.g., 'the teachers' lounge').

Front

What is an example of a contraction using 'they are'?

Back

The contraction is 'they're'.

Front

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

Back

'Its' is a possessive pronoun, while 'it's' is a contraction for 'it is'.