The Apostrophe: When and How to Use It (Grade 12 NSC Matric English FAL): Quizzes
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How many main purposes does the apostrophe serve in English writing?
How many main purposes does the apostrophe serve in English writing?
Two
In contractions, what does the apostrophe replace?
In contractions, what does the apostrophe replace?
Missing letters
Which contraction correctly shortens 'I will'?
Which contraction correctly shortens 'I will'?
I'll
How do you show possession for a singular noun?
How do you show possession for a singular noun?
Add 's to the end
For plural nouns ending in 's', where does the apostrophe go?
For plural nouns ending in 's', where does the apostrophe go?
After the 's'
What does 'it's' (with apostrophe) mean?
What does 'it's' (with apostrophe) mean?
It is or it has
Which sentence correctly uses 'its' without an apostrophe?
Which sentence correctly uses 'its' without an apostrophe?
The dog wagged its tail
Do possessive pronouns like 'its', 'his', 'hers' take apostrophes?
Do possessive pronouns like 'its', 'his', 'hers' take apostrophes?
No, never
Which is correct: 'a few second's' or 'a few seconds'' eye contact?
Which is correct: 'a few second's' or 'a few seconds'' eye contact?
A few seconds' eye contact
To check if a contraction needs an apostrophe, what should you do?
To check if a contraction needs an apostrophe, what should you do?
Expand it into two words