NoRedInk Writing Mechanics

Question 1

Which sentence uses the apostrophe correctly to show possession?

Accepted Answer

The dog's collar is red.

Answer

An apostrophe followed by 's' (dog's) shows that the collar belongs to one dog.

Question 2

Which sentence correctly uses 'its' vs. 'it's'?

Accepted Answer

The dog wagged its tail happily.

Answer

'Its' (no apostrophe) is the possessive pronoun showing the tail belongs to the dog.

Question 3

Which word should be capitalized in the sentence: 'we visited lake michigan last summer'?

Accepted Answer

lake michigan

Answer

'Lake Michigan' is a proper noun (a specific geographic location) and must be capitalized.

Question 4

Which sentence demonstrates correct subject-verb agreement?

Accepted Answer

The list of items is on the counter.

Answer

'List' is the singular subject, so it takes the singular verb 'is.'

Question 5

Which sentence correctly uses 'their,' 'there,' or 'they're'?

Accepted Answer

They're planning a surprise party.

Answer

'They're' is a contraction of 'they are,' which fits the meaning of the sentence.

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