A Level English Lang and Lit Writing and SPG | Page 28

General Apostrophe Practice

1.Peters work wasnt as good as Nicks, but he didnt spend so much time on it. (4)

2.The hospitals staff couldnt cope with the sudden rise in illness and there werent enough beds. (3)

3.Im off to Kates house for the weekend, but Ill phone you on Sunday. (3)

4.The mens team thought theyd have an easy match, but nothing couldve been further from the truth! (3)

5.When Pams mother telephones, youd better let her know that Pams got to work late and wont be home until after seven this evening. (4)

6.If I cant get to the clubs meeting before eight, I wont bother coming. (3)

7.The familys holiday in Florida was ruined because the hotels service was so poor. (2)

8.My best friends wedding takes place on the day when Im going on holiday and Im not sure whats the best thing to do. (4)

9.Theyre supposed to be here by ten, but maybe theyve been delayed at the airport. (2)

10.For the exercise, I want you to take hold of your dogs leads, walk at a brisk pace, but dont run, and then make your dogs sit by the judges tables. (3)

11.Emmas dress is almost the same as Sarahs, but she didnt know, or she wouldnt have worn it. (4)

12.Coffee isnt as nice as Sainsburys, but then Sainsburys tea isnt as nice as Tescos. (6)