Insert commas in the correct places in the following sentences: 1. It is important to write clear simple sentences. 2. Chloe is bringing the sandwiches fruit and desserts to the party. 3. It was too expensive to go abroad so we decided to stay in Ireland this summer. 4. To be honest I wish you would be a little tidier. 5. The storm which lasted several days did enormous damage. 6. Our next meeting will be on the 10th August 2019 so you have plenty of time to prepare for it.
7. ‘I’m not coming with you’ she said angrily. 8. When I forgot my lines in the play I felt very embarrassed. 9. He turned to me and said abruptly ‘Where is Maria today? She’s supposed to be here.’
10. How long has it been Mr Jones since you sat for your final exams?
4. Apostrophes
Apostrophes are used: (a) to show possession
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Michael’s hat – the hat belongs to Michael.
(b) to show contraction I’m
You’re We’re
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I’m, you’re, we’re – leaving out a letter or letters in a word.