ACT Apostrophes Flashcard

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What is an apostrophe used for?

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An apostrophe is used to indicate possession or to form contractions.

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How do you form the possessive of a singular noun?

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Add an apostrophe followed by 's' (e.g., the dog's leash).

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How do you form the possessive of a plural noun that ends in 's'?

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

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How do you form the possessive of a plural noun that does not end in 's'?

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Add an apostrophe followed by 's' (e.g., the children's toys).

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What is the correct plural possessive form of 'cat'?

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cats'.

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What is the correct singular possessive form of 'duck'?

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duck's.

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What is the correct plural form of 'child'?

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children.

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What is the correct plural possessive form of 'child'?

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children's.

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

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You can add 's or just an apostrophe (e.g., James's or James').

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What is the correct use of apostrophes in contractions?

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Apostrophes replace omitted letters (e.g., don't for do not).