11.6 Apostrophes Lesson

Open Ended

Why is it important to use apostrophes correctly when showing possession or ownership in English?

Multiple Choice

Which rule applies when using apostrophes with plural nouns that have an 's'?

• Put the apostrophe before the 's'

• Put the apostrophe after the 's'

• Do not use an apostrophe

• Add 's' after the apostrophe

Multiple Choice

Where does the apostrophe go in the phrase 'the teachers laptop'?

• teacher's laptop

• teachers' laptop

• teachers laptop

• teacher laptop

Multiple Select

Select all sentences that correctly use apostrophes to show possession.

• The students' desks were all turned upside down.

• Grace's book is red.

• The childrens artwork of jellyfish were displayed in the hallway.

• Both classes projects were displayed in the hallway.

Open Ended

Compare how apostrophes are used with singular nouns and plural nouns that do not end in 's'.

Open Ended

What are contractions?

Multiple Select

Which of the following are correct contractions for the given phrases? Select all that apply.

• We are → We're

• I will → I'll

• He is → He's

• They are → They're

Multiple Choice

What is the main purpose of using apostrophes in English grammar?

• To show possession or ownership

• To indicate a plural noun

• To separate sentences

• To emphasize a word