Apostrophes
Summary
This lesson provides an in-depth exploration of the use of apostrophes, a crucial aspect of punctuation for the ACT English test, focusing on their two primary uses: contractions and possession.
- Apostrophes are used to form contractions, abbreviating words such as 'don't' for 'do not'.
- They also indicate possession, with different rules for singular, plural nouns ending in 's', and plural nouns not ending in 's'.
- Common mistakes include confusing 'its' with 'it's', 'whose' with 'who's', and misusing 'have' in contractions like 'should've'.
- The lesson emphasizes the importance of context in determining the correct use of apostrophes, especially in distinguishing between singular and plural possessive forms.
- Test examples are provided to illustrate how to apply these rules and avoid common pitfalls.
Chapters
00:00
Understanding Apostrophes
00:21
Contractions and Common Mistakes
03:54
Possession: Singular and Plural Nouns