Apostrophes, says Anita Aikara, can be really confusing at times.
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Apostrophes are often used to denote possession.
For example:
The gentleman's son stays in the US.
My daughter's summer holidays have started.
Hitesh's birthday is on April 27.
Apostrophes can also act as a contraction.
For example:
I am = I'm
I will = I'll
It is = It's
Take this quiz to see how well you know your apostrophes.
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