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9. that is
10. cannot
Practice 28-3 Using Apostrophes in
Contractions
In each sentence below, rewrite the contraction with the missing
apostrophe in the blank provided.
1. Kwan says shes playing in the soccer tournament
next Saturday.
2. Rodney hasnt heard from either of the firms where he
applied.
3. This isnt the first time Jingles has deposited a dead
mouse on the doormat.
4. Its a cool, cloudy day, perfect for travel.
5. “After Ive finished my degree,” said Philip, “I hope to
go on to veterinary school.”
6. “Sorry,” said the clerk, “but were out of the nine-grain
bread.”
7. “Isnt that the same outfit Professor Smith wore last
Tuesday?” whispered the student.
8. When Karen couldnt find a parking place near her
favorite store in the mall, she left.
9. I have been trying to figure out this math problem for
half an hour, so please dont tell me the answer is obvious.
