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Apostrophes

Apostrophes. A quick review . . . Okay hotshots . . . You tell me . . . What’s the following apostrophe rule?. A dog’s collar A country’s natural resources A moment’s thought One cent’s worth 5. Jill’s computer. Rule: . Okay, w hat’s the next apostrophe rule?.

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Apostrophes

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  1. Apostrophes A quick review . . .

  2. Okay hotshots . . . You tell me . . . What’s the following apostrophe rule? A dog’s collar A country’s natural resources A moment’s thought One cent’s worth 5. Jill’s computer Rule:

  3. Okay, what’s the next apostrophe rule? 1. friends’ invitations 2. citizens’ committee 3. students’ portfolios 4. teachers’ classes Rule:

  4. This one is a little harder . . . Take a look . . . 1. men’s suits 2. children’s voices 3. women’s careers Rule:

  5. NB – DO NOT USE AN APOSTROPHE TO FORM THE PLURAL OF A NOUN!!!!! (neverevereverever!) The new cars’ are sporty this year. The boy’s won their game!

  6. Now . . . what is this apostrophe rule? 1. Where’s the exit? 2. We’ll have gone by then. 3. She isn’t ready 4. Nick and Cam weren’t where they were supposed to be. Rule:

  7. That old bugger: its versus it’s

  8. So . . . To review . . . What are the ONLY TWO TIMES a writer should use an apostrophe?? Rules: 1. 2.

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