Apostrophe Rules Quiz
1 / 15Apostrophes cause more confusion than almost any other punctuation mark. See if you can use them correctly!
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What are the two main uses of apostrophes?
About Apostrophe Rules Quiz
Apostrophes cause more confusion than almost any other punctuation mark. See if you can use them correctly! Apostrophe Rules Quiz packs 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty into a relaxed session of roughly 7 minutes — no sign-up, no timer pressure. An explanation appears after every answer, and finishing once a day keeps your streak alive.
A few sample questions
1. What are the two main uses of apostrophes?
Answer: Contractions and possession
2. Which is correct?
Answer: The dog wagged its tail.
3. Which contraction is correct for 'they are'?
Answer: They're
4. Should an apostrophe be used for the plural of numbers? 'She scored in the ___.'
Answer: Both A and B are accepted
5. Which is correct for a sign at a shop?
Answer: Apples for sale
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How long does Apostrophe Rules Quiz take?
Most players finish Apostrophe Rules Quiz in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
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