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They forgot to bring _____ money.
They forgot to bring _____ money.
their
She told him to wait over ______.
She told him to wait over ______.
there
It's _______ decision.
It's _______ decision.
their
Wait until ______ ready.
Wait until ______ ready.
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The ticket is _______ on the table.
The ticket is _______ on the table.
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I don't know if ____ going.
I don't know if ____ going.
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I know them.________ in my school.
I know them.________ in my school.
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What time is _______ appointment?
What time is _______ appointment?
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Can you see what is ___?
Can you see what is ___?
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He wanted to be _____ friend.
He wanted to be _____ friend.
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The keys are right _____.
The keys are right _____.
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_______ my favorite team.
_______ my favorite team.
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_____ going to the store.
_____ going to the store.
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Fido is _____ dog.
Fido is _____ dog.
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My book is over _________.
My book is over _________.
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_________ are people who don't like sushi.
_________ are people who don't like sushi.
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________ finally going to turn down the music.
________ finally going to turn down the music.
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The house belongs to ______ parents.
The house belongs to ______ parents.
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Refers to a place.
Refers to a place.
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What is a contraction of 'they are'?
What is a contraction of 'they are'?
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Their is a possessive pronoun.
Their is a possessive pronoun.
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They're can only refer to a place.
They're can only refer to a place.
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Where should you place the tent?
Where should you place the tent?
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Study Notes
Understanding "They're," "Their," and "There"
- "Their" is a possessive pronoun indicating ownership. Example: "Their dog is really cute."
- "There" refers to a specific place or location. Example: "The keys are right there."
- "They're" is a contraction of "they are." Example: "They're going to the beach."
Examples of Usage
- Possessive context: "What time is their appointment?" indicates ownership of the appointment.
- Location context: "Go over there." directs someone to a specific place.
- State of being: "They're finally going to turn down the music." expresses an action they will take.
Common Mistakes
- Confusing "their" with "they're" can change meaning; "They're in my school" vs. "It's their decision."
- Misusing "there" vs. "their" can lead to grammatical errors; "There are people who don’t like sushi." describes a situation, while "their decision" indicates possession.
Additional Examples
- Contextual examples highlight use in sentences:
- "Is that where they place their supplies?" shows possession along with a location.
- "If the bus doesn't arrive, they're going to be late." illustrates consequence based on state of being.
Recognizing Patterns
- Identifying the pattern:
- "Their" is always related to possession.
- "There" indicates either location or existence (e.g., "There is a storm").
- "They're" can typically be replaced with "they are" without altering the sentence's meaning.
Importance of Correct Usage
- Correctly using "they're," "their," and "there" ensures clarity in writing and communication.
- Misunderstandings can arise from incorrect usage, leading to confusion in conversations and written texts.
Practical Exercises
- Fill-in-the-blank exercises help reinforce understanding:
- "The ticket is _______ on the table." (there)
- "They're my favorite team." (they're)
- "What time is _______ appointment?" (their)
Conclusion
- Mastery of these three terms enhances written and spoken English proficiency.
- Regular practice through exercises can solidify understanding and application in various contexts.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the usage of the words 'they're', 'their', and 'there'. It features various sentences where you need to fill in the blanks with the correct word. Perfect for mastering the distinctions among these commonly confused terms.
