Understanding the Difference Between Who's and Whose

This video tutorial provides quick English tips focusing on the common confusion between 'who's' and 'whose'. It explains that 'who's' is a contraction for 'who is' or 'who has', often used in interrogative statements. In contrast, 'whose' indicates possession or belongingness and is also used in questions. The tutorial includes examples and concludes with a quick test to reinforce understanding.

What is the main source of confusion between 'who's' and 'whose'?

• They are both contractions.

• They sound similar but have different meanings.

• They are used in the same context.

• They have different pronunciations.

Which of the following is a correct use of 'who's'?

• Whose book is this?

• Who's going to the meeting?

• Whose is the car parked outside?

• Who's bag is on the table?

What does 'who's' stand for?

• Who can or who could

• Who will or who would

• Who was or who were

• Who is or who has

Which sentence correctly uses 'whose'?

• Who's the owner of this house?

• Who's been to the store?

• Whose is coming to the party?

• Whose jacket is this?

In which context is 'whose' typically used?

• To indicate a question about possession

• To describe an action

• To refer to a place

• To express a feeling