Mastering the Differences: There, Their, and They're

Why is it important to reduce simple grammar errors?

• To write faster

• To confuse readers

• To become a grammar expert

• To gain more respect from others

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Which of the following sentences uses 'there' to indicate a place?

• There is a picture of you here.

• There are two more minutes.

• My car is over there.

• There must be a mistake.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

In which sentence is 'there' used to introduce a topic?

• There is my book!

• There is a picture of you here.

• There must be a mistake.

• My car is over there.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

What does 'their' indicate in a sentence?

• Possession

• An action

• A topic

• A place

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CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

CCSS.L.9-10.1.C

Which sentence correctly uses 'their'?

• Their going to the park.

• Their are many options.

• Their car is red.

• Their is a book on the table.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

What is the contraction 'they're' short for?

• They were

• They are

• They will

• They have

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CCSS.L.2.2C

Which sentence uses 'they're' correctly?

• They're car is blue.

• They're going to the movies.

• They're house is big.

• They're is a problem.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

In which situation can 'they're' be used?

• As a place

• As a contraction for 'they are'

• To introduce a topic

• To indicate possession

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

What is a key tip to avoid confusion with 'there', 'their', and 'they're'?

• Always use 'there'

• Check the word that comes next

• Avoid using these words

• Use 'their' for everything

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

What should you do to gain more respect from readers?

• Write longer sentences

• Use complex words

• Avoid simple grammar mistakes

• Write in a casual tone

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.SL.6.6

CCSS.SL.7.6

CCSS.SL.9-10.6

CCSS.W.6.1D