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cherise1989

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on: Jun 23, 2018
Which of the italicized parts of the following sentences illustrates the correct use of the apostrophe?
 
  A. This year's reports show that SUV's are the most popular choice.
  B. The VIP's have arrived and the office is in turmoil.
  C. This year's financial reports have shown so many up's and down's.
  D. While writing, you must always dot your i's and cross your t's.

Question 2

Which of the following words correctly illustrates the plural form of the proper noun Sally?
 
  A. Sallys
  B. Sallies
  C. Sally's
  D. Sallie's


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moormoney

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Reply #1 on: Jun 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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The correct use of the apostrophe is illustrated by the sentence While writing, you must
always dot your i's and cross your t's. The rule is to use an apostrophe plus s to form plurals
of lowercase letters and lowercase abbreviations.

Answer to Question 2

A
The word that correctly illustrates the plural form of the proper noun Sally is Sallys. The rule
is that if a proper noun ends in y, add s to make it plural.


cherise1989

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Reply 2 on: Jun 23, 2018
Gracias!

nguyenhoanhat

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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