24 Questions
What is the purpose of using apostrophes in contractions?
To show where letters have been omitted
Which of the following is an example of a contraction?
I'll be there
In formal writing, what is the recommended approach regarding contractions?
Avoid using contractions
How is possession indicated for plural nouns ending in 's'?
Place the apostrophe after the 's'
When two or more people own something together, where should the apostrophe be placed?
Before the last noun
What is the purpose of using contractions in writing?
To indicate where letters have been omitted
Which of the following is a correct example of plural possession?
Children's toys
What is the correct way to write the contraction for 'it is or it has'?
It's
In formal writing, what is the recommended approach regarding the use of contractions?
To avoid contractions and use full phrases
Which of the following is not a correct example of singular possession?
'Childrens' toys'
How should the apostrophe be placed for plural nouns not ending in 's' in possession?
Before the 's'
Which of the following correctly shows joint possession?
'Sam and John's book'
What common misconception do people often make with the contraction 'would have'?
'Would of'
What is the correct contraction for 'I will'?
I'll
Which of the following is a correct example of indicating possession for plural nouns not ending in 's'?
Children's toys
What is a common misconception people may have with the contraction 'cannot'?
Cann't
In formal writing, what is the recommended approach regarding the use of contractions for creating a more formal tone?
Avoid contractions altogether
Which of the following is NOT a correct example of indicating possession for singular nouns?
Sams' dog
What is a common mistake people make when contracting 'it is or it has'?
'Its
Which of the following demonstrates joint possession correctly?
'Mary and John's car'
How should the apostrophe be placed for plural possession when the plural noun ends in 's'?
'Players' uniforms'
Which of the following is an incorrect example of a contraction?
'Do not'
What would be the correct contraction for the phrase 'would have'?
'Wouldn't have'
What would be an incorrect way to contract 'I will'?
'I wil'
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