Apostrophes Review

If Ralph and Frank each own their own mug, which of the following is correct? 

• Ralph and Frank mugs. 

• Ralph and Frank's mugs. 

• Ralph's and Frank's mugs. 

• Ralph's and Frank mugs. 

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CCSS.L.3.2D

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

Which of the following shows possessive case for a singular noun? 

• Frogs'

• They're

• It's

• Dog's

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CCSS.L.3.2D

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

Which of the following INCORRECTLY shows singular possessive case?

• Actress's

• Class's

• Dress's

• Mice's

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CCSS.L.3.2D

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

If Samantha and Jill share a coffee shop, which of the following is correct? 

• Jill's and Samantha coffee shop. 

• Jill and Samantha's coffee shop. 

• Jill and Samantha coffee shop. 

• Jill's and Samantha's coffee shop. 

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2D

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

When in doubt as a writer of English, it's best to leave the apostrophe out because...

• People add unnecessary apostrophes.

• Unnecessary punctuation stands out.

• Grammar nerds are overly judgmental.

• All of the above

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2D

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

Which of the following words does NOT get an apostrophe to show possessive case? 

• Dog

• Nobody

• Somebody

• Hers

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CCSS.L.3.2D

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

Which of the following does NOT need an apostrophe to show possessive case?

• Ours

• Everybody

• Both

• Each

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CCSS.L.3.2D

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

Which of the following is correct when you and Peggy share the tent? 

• Peggy and my tent. 

• Peggy's and my's tent. 

• Peggy's and my tent. 

• Peggy's and mine tent. 

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2D

CCSS.L.3.1A

Which of the following words is a contraction? 

• Whose

• Its

• Your

• There's

Tags

CCSS.L.2.2C

Which of the following sentences does NOT need an apostrophe?

• Youve changed.

• World War II ended in 45.

• Im very glad to meet you.

• Several stores were closed.

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CCSS.L.2.2C