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General Apostrophe Practice
1.Peter’s work wasn’t as good as Nick’s, but he didn’t spend so much time on it. (4)
2.The hospital’s staff couldn’t cope with the sudden rise in illness and there weren’t enough beds. (3)
3.I'm off to Kate’s house for the weekend, but I’ll phone you on Sunday.
4.The men’s team thought they’d have an easy match, but nothing could’ve been further from the truth! (3)
5.When Pam’s mother telephones, you’d better let her know that Pam’s got to work late and won’t be home until after seven this evening. (4)
6.If I can’t get to the clubs meeting before eight, I won’t bother coming. (3)
7.The family’s holiday in Florida was ruined because the hotel’s service was so poor. (2)
8.My best friend’s wedding takes place on the day when I’m going on holiday and I’m not sure what’s the best thing to do. (4)
9.They’re supposed to be here by ten, but maybe they’ve 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 don’t run, and then make your dogs sit by the judges’ tables. (3)
11.Emma’s dress is almost the same as Sarah’s, but she didn’t know, or she wouldn’t have worn it. (4)
12.I think that Tesco’s coffee isn’t as nice as Sainsbury’s, but then Sainsbury’s tea isn’t as nice as Tesco’s. (6)