Apostrophes Flashcard

Front

What is the primary function of an apostrophe?

Back

To show possession of a noun.

Front

How do you indicate possession for a singular noun ending in 's'?

Back

Add an apostrophe and 's' (e.g., James's book).

Front

How do you indicate possession for plural nouns that end in 's'?

Back

Add only an apostrophe after the 's' (e.g., the dogs' owner).

Front

What is the difference between 'its' and 'it's'?

Back

'Its' is a possessive pronoun; 'it's' is a contraction for 'it is'.

Front

How do you form a contraction using 'do not'?

Back

You combine them to form 'don't'.

Front

What is the correct form for the possessive of 'Mia and Josh'?

Back

Josh and Mia's house.

Front

What is the correct usage of 'they're', 'their', and 'there'?

Back

'They're' is a contraction for 'they are'; 'their' shows possession; 'there' indicates a place.

Front

How do you show possession for a singular noun that does not end in 's'?

Back

Add an apostrophe and 's' (e.g., the cat's toy).

Front

What is the correct form of 'it is' in a sentence?

Back

Use 'it's' as a contraction.

Front

How do you indicate plural possession for multiple nouns?

Back

Add an apostrophe after the 's' (e.g., the teachers' lounge).