Crazy Contractions

Mr. Griot introduces the concept of contractions in language arts, using a story about misplaced keys as a metaphor. He explains how contractions are formed by combining two words and using an apostrophe to replace omitted letters. Several examples are provided, such as 'isn't', 'aren't', and 'you'll'. Mr. Griot then demonstrates using contractions in an email to a friend and corrects common mistakes. The lesson concludes with a recap of the key points about contractions.

What is the main topic introduced by Mr. Griot at the beginning of the lesson?

• The importance of language arts

• How to find lost items

• The concept of contractions

• Writing an email

Which of the following is a correct example of a contraction?

• Isnt

• Isn't

• Isn'tt

• Is'nt

In the contraction 'aren't', which letter is replaced by an apostrophe?

• A

• O

• R

• E

What mistake did Mr. Griot make in his email regarding contractions?

• He forgot to use contractions

• He placed the apostrophe incorrectly

• He used contractions in the wrong context

• He used too many contractions

Which contraction is formed from the words 'I' and 'will'?

• I'wl

• I'wl

• I'll

• I'will

What is the purpose of using contractions in writing?

• To make sentences longer

• To save time and space

• To confuse the reader

• To add more words

What should always remain the same in a contraction?

• The second word

• The apostrophe

• The first word

• The number of letters