Apostrophes: Contraction and Possession

Question 1

Which sentence shows the correct way to use an apostrophe for a shortened word and also to show that one person owns something?

Accepted Answer

Mia won't bring Mia's book.

Answer

Mia wont bring Mias book.

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Mia won't bring Mias' book.

Answer

Mia wont bring Mia's book.

Question 2

Four sentences tell a short story about a game. Which sentence uses apostrophes correctly for a contraction and for showing who owns the ball?

Accepted Answer

It's Mia's turn, so she can't wait for the ball.

Answer

Its Mia's turn, so she can't wait for the ball.

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It's Mias turn, so she cant wait for the ball.

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It's Mia's turn, so she cant wait for the ball.

Question 3

Which sentence uses apostrophes correctly?

Accepted Answer

The cat is playing with its toy and the dog can't find its ball.

Answer

The cat is playing with its toy and the dog can't find it's ball.

Answer

The cat is playing with it's toy and the dog cant find its ball.

Answer

The cat is playing with its toy and the dog cant find it's ball.

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