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54 – Apostrophes – Part 4a — with Names
Jane Straus, foremost expert, answers your burning English grammar and punctuation questions. To see the entire contents of The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation online and to take online quizzes, go to www.grammarbook.com
How To Use Apostrophes
This was made for university as an example of a teaching tool. It was made using photo story 3 and had to teach an aspect of grammar. I chose apostrophes. This would be aimed at year 6s, 7s and 8s (or older) who already have a basic knowledge of apostrophes but need some revision. The photos were acquired from Flickr and Natalie Dee. I chose the music because the video reminded me of old public service announcements at the cinema. Feel free to use it for your class. If you have suggestions for the video, just contact me.
How do you use apostrophes when you are doing quotes in quotes?
Let’s say that I’m quoting something in which someone says something and nothing else. For example, "Did you find what you were looking for?". Would I have to use the single apostrophes as well as the doubles? As in: "’Did you find what you were looking for?’" or do i just need one pair of double apostrophes as in the first example?
Apostrophes with Elmo!
Apostrophes with Elmo! was the video we came up with for our Grammar Group presentation. Enjoy! :)
2008 Using Apostrophes Grammar Time
Learn how to use apostrophes.
English Punctuation & Grammar : When to Use an Apostrophe
An apostrophe can be used to show ownership, and it can be used in conjunction with contractions. Find out when to use apostrophes with plural subjects and verbs with help from a certified tutor in this free video on punctuation and the English language. Expert: Paige Carrera Bio: Paige Carrera is a certified tutor for both Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties in the Tampa Bay area of Florida. Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz
English Grammar & Punctuation : How to Use Apostrophes
Apostrophes are used to indicate ownership with plural nouns, contractions and dates. Discover how the use of apostrophe changes when dealing with plural words with help from a certified tutor in this free video on punctuation in the English language. Expert: Paige Carrera Bio: Paige Carrera is a certified tutor for both Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties in the Tampa Bay area of Florida. Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz
Do I need apostrophes with family surnames?
Mickey asks: “Hi Teena, When signing a card from The Bernsteins, The Shermans and The Barks, do you use apostrophes?
Also, when displaying an ornament with a surname do you use an apostrophe?
The Bernsteins or the Bernstein’s 2008.
Thank you!!!”
