Contractions and Apostrophes

Front

What is a contraction?

Back

A contraction is a shortened form of two words that are combined by replacing one or more letters with an apostrophe.

Front

How do we use an apostrophe to show possession?

Back

We use an apostrophe and an 's' after the noun.

Front

What is an apostrophe used for?

Back

An apostrophe is used to indicate possession or to show that letters or numbers have been omitted in a contraction.

Front

Give an example of a contraction.

Back

can't

Front

What is the contraction for 'do not'?

Back

don't

Front

What is the contraction for 'I am'?

Back

I'm

Front

What is the contraction for 'they are'?

Back

they're

Front

What is the contraction for 'she will'?

Back

she'll

Front

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

Back

The contraction is 'isn't'.

Front

What is the contraction for 'you are'?

Back

you're