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Class 8 English
Punctuation
Quiz 4
Choose the option that best corrects the sentence at the underlined point.
I wonder who the new president of the organization
is.
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is?
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is,
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is!
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Explanation
According to general rule, a full stop should be placed at the end of a declarative or imperative sentence. A declarative sentence states a simple fact or argument whereas, an imperative sentence is one that gives a command.
The given sentence can be identified as a declarative sentence and a period should be used to mark an end. Thus, the correct answer is Option D, no change.
The other remaining options are incorrect.
Option A - A question mark is used to mark an interrogative clause.
Option B - A comma is used to generate a pause in a sentence.
Option C - An exclamation mark is used to indicate strong feelings or high volume.
Choose the option that best corrects the sentence at the underlined point.
She wore a red dress with long
sleeves.
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sleeves,
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sleeves;
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sleeves:
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Explanation
According to general rule, a period is used to mark the end of a complete sentence. Thus, the correct answer will be Option A, no change.
The remaining options are incorrect, as a comma is used to indicate a pause whereas, a semi colon is used to separate major sentence elements. A colon is used to indicate emphasis or introduce a list.
Choose the option that best corrects the sentence at the underlined point.
She walked to a
cafe:
there, she ordered a Cappucino.
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cafe,
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cafe -
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cafe.
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Explanation
A full stop should be placed at the end of a declarative or imperative sentence. A declarative sentence states a simple fact or argument whereas, an imperative sentence is one that gives a command.
The given sentences can be defined as declarative sentences and a period should be used between the two. Thus, the correct answer is Option C.
The other remaining options are incorrect. Dashes, like commas and colons are used to indicate emphasis, or interruption, or change of thought.
Choose the option that best corrects the sentence at the underlined point.
They walk the dog in the
evening;
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evening:
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evening,
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evening.
Explanation
According to general rule, a period is used to mark the end of a complete sentence. Thus, the correct answer will be Option D, in place of the semi colon.
The remaining options are incorrect, as a comma is used to indicate a pause whereas, a semi colon is used to separate major sentence elements. A colon is used to indicate emphasis or introduce a list.
few schools teach Latin and Greek these days.
Choose the option that best corrects the sentence.
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Few schools teach latin and greek these days.
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few schools teach latin and greek these days.
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Few schools teach Latin and Greek these days.
Explanation
Capital letters are used for the first letter of the first word of a sentence and for proper nouns. In other words, capitalize the names of people, specific places, and things. For example, We don't capitalize the word "bridge" unless it starts a sentence, but we must capitalize Brooklyn Bridge because it is the name of a specific bridge. Here, 'Latin' and 'Greek' are proper nouns, so must be capitalized. 'Few' is the first word at the start of the sentence, so must also be capitalized.
Hence, the correct option is
D).
Choose the option that best corrects the sentence at the underlined point.
They love to eat out at the city's newest
restaurants;
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restaurants,
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restaurants:
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restaurants.
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Explanation
According to general rule, a period is used to mark the end of a complete sentence. Thus, the correct answer will be Option C, in place of the semi colon.
The remaining options are incorrect, as a comma is used to indicate a pause whereas, a semi colon is used to separate major sentence elements. A colon is used to indicate emphasis or introduce a list.
Choose the option that best corrects the sentence at the underlined point.
He flew to
Chicago, after
that, he took a car to his parents' house.
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Chicago. After
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Chicago: after
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Chicago - after
Explanation
A full stop should be placed at the end of a declarative or imperative sentence. A declarative sentence states a simple fact or argument whereas, an imperative sentence is one that gives a command.
The given sentences can be defined as declarative sentences and a period should be used between the two. Thus, the correct answer is Option B.
The other remaining options are incorrect. Dashes, like commas and colons are used to indicate emphasis, or interruption, or change of thought.
Choose the option that best corrects the sentence at the underlined point.
She asked her mother whether she could eat a slice of
cake?
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cake,
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cake.
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cake;
Explanation
According to general rule, a direct question takes a question mark at the end whereas, a period is used at the end of an indirect sentence. The given sentence is in indirect form. Thus, the correct answer is Option C.
Option A is incorrect - A question mark is used after a
direct question.
Option B and D are incorrect as, comma and semi colon cannot be used to mark an end to a sentence.
Choose the option that best corrects the sentence at the underlined point:
Stop, don't
touch anything!
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Stop! Don't
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Stop; don't
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Stop. Don't
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Explanation
According to general rule, an exclamation mark is used after an interjection or exclamation to indicate strong feelings or high volume, or to show emphasis, and often marks the end o a sentence. is used to mark the end of a complete sentence.
Exclamation marks are occasionally used mid sentence with a function similar to commas, for dramatic effect. Thus, the correct answer will be Option A, in place of the comma.
The remaining options are incorrect, as a comma is used to indicate a pause whereas, a semi colon is used to separate major sentence elements. A period is used to mark an end to a complete sentence.
Choose the option that best corrects the sentence at the underlined point:
Ouch.
That hurts a lot.
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Ouch,
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Ouch?
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Ouch!
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Explanation
According to general rule, an exclamation mark is used after an interjection or exclamation to indicate strong feelings or high volume, or to show emphasis, and often marks the end o a sentence. is used to mark the end of a complete sentence.
Exclamation marks are occasionally used mid sentence with a function similar to commas, for dramatic effect. Thus, the correct answer will be Option C.
The remaining options are incorrect, as a comma is used to indicate a pause whereas, a question mark is used to indicate an interrogatory clause. A period is used to mark an end to a complete sentence.
Select the best ellipsis/short answer in the affirmative in response to the following:
Are you able to continue till midnight?
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Yes, I am.
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No, I am not.
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Yes, I do.
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No, I do not.
Explanation
Affirmative answers have the following structure: yes, subject+auxiliary verb in the same tense as the question. Hence Option A is correct. The rest of the options do not adhere to the rule, hence incorrect.
Choose the option that best corrects the sentence at the underlined point:
What a beautiful new car you
have!
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have,
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have.
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have?
Explanation
Exclamation mark is used to express surprise, excitement or any other strong emotion. Given sentence describes excitement and happiness. The given sentence is grammatically correct as it has exclamation mark thus no change is required in it. Thus, option A is correct.
Choose the option that best corrects the sentence at the underlined point:
Look out, the
wall is about to come tumbling down.
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Look out; the
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Look out. the
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Look out! The
Explanation
According to general rule, an exclamation mark is used after an interjection or exclamation to indicate strong feelings or high volume, or to show emphasis, and often marks the end o a sentence. is used to mark the end of a complete sentence.
Exclamation marks are occasionally used mid sentence with a function similar to commas, for dramatic effect. Thus, the correct answer will be Option D, in place of the comma.
The remaining options are incorrect, as a comma is used to indicate a pause whereas, a semi colon is used to separate major sentence elements. A period is used to mark an end to a complete sentence.
Select the best ellipsis/short answer in the affirmative in response to the following:
I finished the book last night.
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Neither did I.
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I did not either.
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Did you?
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I did too.
Explanation
Affirmative answers have the following structure: affirmative word+ subject+auxiliary verb in the same tense as the question. Hence Option D is correct. The rest of the options do not adhere to the rule, hence incorrect.
Choose the option that best corrects the sentence at the underlined point.
I wonder whether you can fly this
airplane?
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airplane.
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airplane,
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airplane;
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Explanation
According to general rule, a direct question takes a question mark at the end whereas, a period is used at the end of an indirect sentence. The given sentence is in indirect form. Thus, the correct answer is Option A.
Option D is incorrect - A question mark is used after a
direct question.
Option B and C are incorrect as, comma and semi colon cannot be used to mark an end to a sentence.
Select the best ellipsis/short answer in the affirmative in response to the following:
Are you going to watch the film?
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Yes, I am.
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No, I am not.
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Are you?
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Yes, I can.
Explanation
Affirmative answers have the following structure: Yes, subject+auxiliary verb in the same tense as the question. Therefore Option A is correct. The rest of the options do not adhere to the rule, hence incorrect.
Select the best ellipsis/short answer in the affirmative in response to the following:
Will you be present in school tomorrow?
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Yes, I will.
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No, I will not.
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Yes, I do.
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No, I do not.
Explanation
Affirmative answers have the following structure: Yes, subject+auxiliary verb in the same tense as the question. Hence Option A is correct. The rest of the options do not adhere to the rule, hence incorrect.
Which of the following is NOT the function of parentheses?
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To provide additional information
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To enclose numbers while drawing a list
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To provide the full form of an abbreviation
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To introduce a list of items
Explanation
The punctuation mark, parentheses ( ), is used to enclose additional or extra information in a sentence, without influencing that sentence grammatically (the single bracket is called parenthesis whereas in a pair, ( ) is called parentheses). The functions of parenthesis include providing additional information, for example, 'The teacher (and his students) thoroughly enjoyed the museum tour'. It is used to enclose numbers while drawing a list, for example, 'Carry these items with you for the field trip: (1) an extra change of clothes, (2) a water bottle and (3) lunch'. Parentheses are used to provide the full form of an abbreviation, example, 'The INU (Indian National Union) addressed the current concerns during the press conference'. These three are the functions of the parentheses, but we have to choose the option that is not a function, hence options A, B and C are incorrect. The colon ':' usually introduces a list of items, like in the second example. Hence it's not a function of parentheses and we choose option D.
Select the best ellipsis/short answer in the negative in response to the following:
Will you be out tonight?
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Yes, I do.
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No, I don't.
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Yes, I will.
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No, I won't.
Explanation
Negating answers have the following structure: Yes, subject+auxiliary verb in the same tense as the question. Hence Option D is correct. The rest of the options do not adhere to the rule, hence incorrect.
Choose
the correct punctuation marks:
did you plan a tour to karnal karna lake
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did you plan a tour to Karnal Karna Lake.
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Did you plan a tour to Karnal Karna Lake?
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Did you plan a tour to Karnal Karna lake?
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Did you plan a tour to Karnal Karna Lake.
Explanation
According to general rule, the first word of a sentence is always capitalized. Capitals are used for all proper nouns in a sentence and also, for words derived from proper nouns.
A direct question always takes a question mark in the end whereas, indirect sentences require a period.
Thus, according to the rules, the correct answer is Option B. The remaining options are incorrect.
Select the best ellipsis/short answer in the affirmative in response to the following:
I found the freshest vegetables in the market.
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Neither did I.
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I did not either.
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So did I.
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Did you?
Explanation
Affirmative answers have the following structure: affirmative word+ subject+auxiliary verb in the same tense as the question. Hence Option C is correct. The rest of the options do not adhere to the rule, hence incorrect.
Choose the option that best corrects the underlined words.
The old
man - the one with the walking stick -
crossed the road slowly.
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man - the one with the walking stick;
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man - the one with the walking stick:
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man, the one with the walking stick;
Explanation
According to general rule, em dashes are used to set off parenthetical information, as using em dashes, on both sides, puts the focus on the information between the em dashes.
Thus, in the given sentence, the use of em dash, Option A, will be correct.
Option B and C are incorrect - As a rule, a pair of em dashes should be used to set off parenthetical elements.
Option D is incorrect, as em dashes serve as harder versions of commas, they can be used to replace commas and semi colons in a sentence.
Select the best ellipsis/short answer in the negative in response to the following:
I was not able to find a dress I liked.
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I did too.
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So could I.
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I didn't either.
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Neither was I.
Explanation
Affirmative answers have the following structure: negative word+ subject+auxiliary verb in the same tense as the question. Hence Option C and D are correct. The rest of the options do not adhere to the rule, hence incorrect.
From the given options, which punctuation mark is an ellipses?
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,
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.
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. . .
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:
Explanation
An ellipses is a punctuation mark that is used to indicate a missing word or phrase, without which the sentence is still complete in meaning. It is represented by three dots '...', hence option C is correct. The punctuation ',' is a comma; it indicates a pause between the parts of a sentence, hence option A is incorrect. The punctuation '.' is a full stop which is used at the end of a sentence, or for abbreviations like 'eg., Mr.', hence option B is incorrect. The punctuation ':' is a colon that precedes an explanation or list, for eg., 'bring these things with you tomorrow: a water bottle, an extra pair of clothes and some snacks.' Hence option D is incorrect.
Select the best ellipsis/short answer in the negative in response to the following:
I did not notice that the lights are on at the house.
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So did I.
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Neither did I.
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I did too.
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Did you?
Explanation
Negative answers have the following structure: negative word+ subject+auxiliary verb in the same tense as the question. Hence Option B is correct. The rest of the options do not adhere to the rule, hence incorrect.
Which of the following statement(s) about double dashes is/are NOT true?
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Depending on the context, the double dash (or em dash) takes the place of a parentheses.
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When dashes are used in the place of parentheses, the surrounding punctuation should be omitted.
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Double dashes do not draw attention to the information they enclose.
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While replacing a parenthesis at the end of a sentence, a double dash is used.
Explanation
The double dash -- contains two em dashes, which are longer in length than the hyphen. Depending on the context, they can replace the parentheses, comma, and colon. It's more informal, compared to the parentheses. It adds emphasis to a group of words that it encloses, hence separating it from the sentence. When the double dash is used to enclose additional information, the surrounding punctuation shall be omitted, since options A and B are true, we can't choose these options. Double dashes add emphasis to the word or phrase they enclose, and when it's used at the end of a sentence, a single dash is used; for example, 'I cannot tolerate her mannerisms--or, rather, lack of mannerisms. Since the statements C and D both aren't true, we have to choose these options.
Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.
I can see the __________ bicycles.
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boys'
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boys
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boy
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of the boys
Explanation
The given sentence describes the bicycle as belonging to the boys. According to general rule, the possessive of a plural noun, that ends in s, is shown using only an apostrophe. Thus, the correct answer is Option A.
The other remaining options are incorrect .
Option B and D - The possessive of a plural noun has to be described using an apostrophe.
Option C -
The possessive of the noun is not defined here.
Choose the option with the correct punctuation marks:
please do help me will you
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Please do help me, will you!
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Please do help me, will you?
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Please do help me! will you ?
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Please do help me, will you.
Explanation
There are two parts in the given sentence.
These two parts have to be connected with a comma.
The first part begins with the word, 'Please'. This indicates an imperative sentence. An imperative sentence is one which gives a command, makes a request, or expresses a wish.
At the end of the imperative sentence, a question fragment i.e 'will you?' has been added. The question fragment has to be completed with a question mark.
Option A: This is incorrect as the question fragment ends
with an exclamation mark, instead of
a question mark.
Option B: Here, the two parts of the sentence are connected with a comma. The question fragment ends with a question mark. Hence, this option is correctly punctuated and is the right answer.
Option C: This is incorrect as the imperative part of the sentence ends with an exclamation mark instead of a comma.
Option D: This is incorrect as the question fragment ends with a full stop instead of a question mark.
Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.
The policeman is holding the ________ right arm.
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robber
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robber's
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robbers
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robbers'
Explanation
According to general rule, the possessive of a singular noun and names are shown using an apostrophe and s. Thus, the correct answer is Option B.
The other remaining options are incorrect .
Option A -
The possessive of the noun is not defined here.
Option C and D - The possessive of a singular noun has to be described using an apostrophe and s.
Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.
A: Whose house is that?
B: It's ________ .
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the Taylor
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the Taylors
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the Taylor's
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the Taylors'
Explanation
According to general rule, the possessive of a plural noun, that end in s, is shown using only an apostrophe. Thus, the correct answer is Option D.
The other remaining options are incorrect .
Option A -
The possessive of the noun is not defined here.
Option B and C - The possessive of a plural noun has to be described using an apostrophe.
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