Understanding Contractions and Singular Possessive Pronouns

The video tutorial explains pronouns, focusing on singular possessive pronouns like 'my', 'your', 'his', 'her', and 'its'. It covers the use of 'it' and 'it's', highlighting the difference between possessive pronouns and contractions. The tutorial also distinguishes between 'your' and 'you're', emphasizing the importance of understanding grammar rules and apostrophes. The video concludes with a review and practice questions to reinforce learning.

What is a pronoun?

• A word that expresses emotion

• A word that describes an action

• A word that refers to a person or thing

• A word that connects sentences

Which of the following is a singular possessive pronoun?

• Them

• My

• Our

• They

In the sentence 'She brought her soccer ball', what is 'her'?

• An adjective

• A possessive pronoun

• A noun

• A verb

What does the apostrophe in 'it's' signify?

• Emphasis

• Possession

• A contraction

• Plurality

Which sentence correctly uses 'its'?

• The cat licked it's paw.

• Its going to rain today.

• The tree lost its leaves.

• Its a beautiful day.

What is the possessive pronoun for 'I'?

• Mine

• My

• Me

• I's

How many singular possessive pronouns are in the sentence: 'I put my coat back on its hook and moved his sweater'?

• 3

• 1

• 2

• 4