Apostrophes and Plurals Explained

When do we use an apostrophe to show that something is plural?

• When pluralizing any noun

• When pluralizing lowercase letters

• When pluralizing numbers

• When pluralizing uppercase letters

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

Why is it important to use an apostrophe when pluralizing lowercase letters?

• To make the letter possessive

• To follow a general rule of grammar

• To avoid confusion with other words

• To make the sentence look better

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

What would the word 'is' look like without an apostrophe when pluralizing the letter 'i'?

• i

• is

• i-s

• i's

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CCSS.L.2.2C

In which case would you not use an apostrophe to pluralize letters?

• When pluralizing both lowercase and uppercase letters

• When pluralizing lowercase letters

• When pluralizing numbers

• When pluralizing uppercase letters

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

Why is it less likely to confuse capital letters with words?

• Because capital letters are more distinct

• Because capital letters are not used in the middle of words

• Because capital letters are always at the beginning of sentences

• Because capital letters are always used for proper nouns

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CCSS.L.1.2A

CCSS.L.2.2A

CCSS.L.3.2A

CCSS.L.4.2A

CCSS.L.K.2A

What is the only exception to using apostrophes for plurals?

• Pluralizing uppercase letters

• Pluralizing lowercase letters

• Pluralizing numbers

• Pluralizing abbreviations

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

Which of the following does not require an apostrophe for pluralization?

• b's

• a's

• i's

• CDs

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

What should you do if you are unsure about using an apostrophe for plurals?

• Never use an apostrophe

• Use an apostrophe only for lowercase letters

• Use an apostrophe for both lowercase and uppercase letters

• Always use an apostrophe

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

Which of the following is correct for pluralizing the letter 'a'?

• a

• a's

• as

• a-s

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CCSS.L.2.1B

CCSS.L.3.1B

CCSS.L.K.1C

What is the main reason for using an apostrophe when pluralizing lowercase letters?

• To make the letter possessive

• To make the sentence look better

• To follow a general grammar rule

• To avoid confusion with similar words

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D