Apostrophes

Welcome to the "Apostrophes" category! Here, you will find a collection of questions and answers related to the elusive yet powerful punctuation mark, the apostrophe. Whether you're struggling with when and how to use an apostrophe, have questions about possessives, contractions, or want to brush up on your grammar skills, you've come to the right place. Our aim is to provide clarity and insights into the world of apostrophes, helping you master this little but crucial mark in the English language. So dive in and explore the wonders of the apostrophe through an array of questions and answers carefully crafted to demystify and enhance your grammar knowledge.

Questions (136)

For questions 6–10, write the label I for incorrect if the sentence is missing one or more apostrophes. If the sentence is
1. 18 answers
2. asked by SkatingDJ
3. 10,543 views
Choose the correct form for each phrase.1. the budget for this month this months budget this month's budget this months' budget
1. 7 answers
2. asked by Kelly
3. 2,821 views
Identify the sentence that correctly uses apostrophes.Those dogs's owners have left them in their vet's kernel while they shop
1. 5 answers
2. asked by Fishiano
3. 2,353 views
Choose the correct use of apostrophes in the next sentence.Marcs ambition is to buy his uncles 1947 Dodge and restore it to its
1. 5 answers
2. asked by Angela
3. 6,002 views
The Lopezes' pool was warm and inviting during the heat wave.Was the above sentence written correctly for apostrophe usage?
1. 2 answers
2. asked anonymously
3. 80 views
Apostrophe's Possessive NounsThe wealthier peoples class was called the gentry.
1. 4 answers
2. asked by Macaila
3. 1,093 views
Which sentence contains an apostrophe of contraction?(1 Point) We spent the day at my friend Phil’s house. Our neighbour’s
1. 2 answers
2. asked by zzzzzxc
3. 168 views
Which sentence has a word that needs an apostrophe?(1 Point) My whole schools taking part in the fun run. All the dogs started
1. 2 answers
2. asked by zzzzzxc
3. 107 views
Choose the word needing an apostrophe or an apostrophe and an s. If the sentences is correct, choose no error.1. Why havent you
1. 7 answers
2. asked by jayson
3. 3,742 views
Match the missing or misplaced possessive apostrophe reference tothe correct solution: Confusion between its and it's Solution:
1. 1 answer
2. asked by t
3. 124 views
Match the missing or misplaced possessive apostrophe reference tothe correct solution: Pronouns Solution: a. Do not use an
1. 1 answer
2. asked by t
3. 116 views
Choose the correct use of apostrophes in the next sentence. Marcs ambition is to buy his uncles 1947 Dodge and restore it to its
1. 3 answers
2. asked by noel
3. 683 views
Which sentence correctly shows how the apostrophe is used to form a contraction?The missing notebook contained all of my mom's
1. 3 answers
2. asked by Violet
3. 66 views
Identify the error in apostrophe use in the sentence. If there is no error, choose no error.DOESN’T Julia know why the summer
1. 2 answers
2. asked by L
3. 111 views
Explain the purpose of the apostrophe in each word, and explain what the apostrophe is probably replacing. If there is more than
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2. asked by Sam
3. 686 views
Which sentence correctly shows have the apostrophe is used to form a contraction
1. 3 answers
2. asked anonymously
3. 121 views
Which sentence correctly shows how the apostrophe is used to form a contraction?(1 point)Responses The missing notebook
1. 15 answers
2. asked anonymously
3. 85 views
Which sentence correctly shows how the apostrophe is used to form a contraction? (1 point)Responses Kennedy said it's a great
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2. asked by asdasdasd asdasdasd
3. 199 views
Which sentence uses an apostrophe correctly in a plural possessive noun? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)Responses The
1. 2 answers
2. asked anonymously
3. 48 views
write the lable / for incorrect if the sentence is missing one or more apostrophes. If the sentence is correct, write the label
1. 1 answer
2. asked anonymously
3. 96 views
Which of the following sentences is correct?a. The first womans rights convention was held in Seneca Falls, New York in 1848. b.
1. 3 answers
2. asked by Loma
3. 398 views
where do you add an s or an ' in this sentence the tools of the plumber
1. 1 answer
2. asked by Anonymous
3. 150 views
different between apostrophe s‘ and apostrophe s’ e.g shopkeepers’ pen and shopkeeper‘s
1. 1 answer
2. asked by Anonymous
3. 188 views
Different between apostrophe s’ and ‘s e.g monks’ pen and monk‘s pen
1. 1 answer
2. asked by Anonymous
3. 173 views
The just announced its' verdict or The just announced its verdict?
1. 1 answer
2. asked by Joe
3. 351 views
I struggle with understanding when to use an apostrophe with singular words ending with S..Like for example, Class or Hughes..
1. 3 answers
2. asked by Jolly
3. 797 views
Please check this Apostrophe:1) Kates' sister 2) the giraffe's neck 3) the parent's anniversary 4)the senator's cars 5) Toms'
1. 4 answers
2. asked by Tommy
3. 437 views
Hi - i am doing english SAT practice and have a few grammar questions.1. '60s flower child Book says an apostrophe goes before
1. 1 answer
2. asked by Lizzie
3. 447 views
Fix the sentence by following the apostrophe rule.The books story was pretty exciting, even though its cover was not. a. The
1. 3 answers
2. asked by Jessie
3. 1,619 views
Correct the following paragraph so that it uses the right words and includes appropriate apostrophes.Tomorrow, its supposed to
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2. asked by Jessie
3. 2,190 views
The sentences that are correct with an appro sp hieare 3,4.5.7. and 8 Are these correct? 1.Canada’s mens’ hockey team wins
1. 1 answer
2. asked by jennifer
3. 341 views
Out of the following ten sentences, 5 of them are correct in their use of apostrophes. Simply write the numbers of the five
1. 5 answers
2. asked by jennifer
3. 565 views
Hiya. I'm writing a essay and in the context of an individuals' desire to have a right to privacy, should the apostrophe be
1. 1 answer
2. asked by Rissa
3. 389 views
Which sentence needs a possessive apostrophe?A. When the cats away, the mice will play. B. Back in 68, we though the world was
1. 3 answers
2. asked by ziko
3. 1,027 views
According to her parents, the book that I found was her’s. She told me, however, that shedidn’t want it back. 1. Which of
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2. asked by wedi
3. 666 views
In a days work,the employees met their goals for the week.a days" b employees' c day's d employee's i think it is C
1. 3 answers
2. asked by John
3. 412 views
Where does the apostrophe go or is one needed?This parks rules were hard to understand? The rangers instructions helped.
1. 4 answers
2. asked by Kelley
3. 612 views
Use an apostrophe when writing about someone (a noun) that has possession of something. A) true b) false. Is the answer a) true?
1. 2 answers
2. asked by josh
3. 554 views
Choose the correct evaluation of each underlined word. (Larsen's underlined in this sentence)6. The Larsen’s decided not to
1. 4 answers
2. asked by Alexis
3. 348 views
Can you check the following? Punctuate the following sentences with appropriate apostrophes.1. Whos the partys candidate for
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2. asked by Alexis
3. 371 views
Where would I put the apostrophe on:Close the children's mouths? Since there is more than one child and more than one mouth, is
1. 1 answer
2. asked by Susan
3. 360 views
Which sentence uses apostrophes correctly?Maurice's favorite characters' name is Percy. Gillian's childrens' field trips were
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2. asked by gs
3. 598 views
Please help:Which sentence uses apostrophes correctly? A. Martha's new bike was stuck and couldn't nove. B. Tracy's only
1. 4 answers
2. asked by Anonymous
3. 439 views
What is the correct way to write mens' in this sentence?After their group got caught in the rain, the mens' clothes were all
1. 10 answers
2. asked by Anonymous
3. 589 views
Choose the word(s) that need an apostrophe. If the sentence is correct, choose no error.Isnt anyones picture on a one-dollar
1. 3 answers
2. asked by jawon
3. 88 views
Apostrophe placement..He had 3 courses’ of chemo-radiation and was felt to be free of disease after completion of that
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2. asked by Connie
3. 514 views
Does "brother's" come before "brothers' " in A B C order?
1. 1 answer
2. asked by Alice
3. 414 views
where could an apostrophe be put for plural women 1.women's or womens' pl clarify .
1. 4 answers
2. asked by R S Telagathoty
3. 327 views
ApostrophesRead Keys 508-512 about apostrophe rules. Select the sentence that uses the apostrophe correctly. The farmer's market
1. 3 answers
2. asked anonymously
3. 63 views
1. In which sentence do apostrophes serve to indicate both possession and contraction?A. Lady's slippers were under Carol's bed.
1. 6 answers
2. asked by no
3. 910 views

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