English Language Arts
Grade 2
15 min
Complete the sentence with the correct contraction
Complete the sentence with the correct contraction
What you'll learn
- Identify at least 3 contractions when given a list of words and phrases.
- Match 2 out of 3 contractions to their original two words (e.g., "I'm" matches with "I am").
- Complete at least 2 out of 3 simple sentences using the correct contraction from a word bank.
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Introduction & Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives
Identify the two words that make up a common contraction.
Choose the correct contraction from two options to complete a sentence.
Explain that an apostrophe (') takes the place of a missing letter.
Replace two words in a sentence with the correct contraction.
Read sentences containing contractions aloud with confidence.
Write a simple sentence using a contraction correctly.
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We will learn about special short words called contractions. They help us write and talk faster. Let's practice picking the right one for our sentences!
Real-World Applications
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Key Concepts & Vocabulary
TermDefinitionExample
ContractionA contraction is one short word made by squishing two words together.The words 'is' and 'not' make the contraction 'isn't'.
Apostrophe (')An apostrophe is a little mark that looks like a floating comma. It takes the place of the letters we leave out.In 'isn't', the apostrophe takes the place of the letter 'o'.
it'sThis is the contraction for the words 'it is'.It is cold outside. ➡️ It's cold outside. 🥶
isn'tThis is the contraction for the words 'is not'.The cat is not sleeping. ➡️ The cat isn't sleeping. 🐱
I'mThis is the contraction for the words 'I am'.I am seven years old. ➡️ I'm seven years old. 😊
you'reThis is the contrac...
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Key Rules & Conventions
The Apostrophe Rule 🎯
The apostrophe (') goes where the letter or letters are missing.
When you combine two words, find the letter you are taking out. Put the apostrophe in its spot! For 'not', it's usually the 'o'.
The Meaning Match Rule ✅
The sentence must mean the same thing with the contraction.
After you pick a contraction, say the sentence with the two original words. If it makes sense and means the same thing, you picked the right one!
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Challenging
Which sentence means the same thing as 'She will not be late for the party'?
A.She won't be late for the party.
B.She's not be late for the party.
C.She'll not be late for the party.
D.She isn't be late for the party.
Challenging
Read the sentence: 'You're supposed to put your toys away.' Which statement is true?
A.Both 'You're' and 'your' are contractions.
B.'You're' is a contraction for 'you were'.
C.'You're' is a contraction for 'you are', and 'your' shows something belongs to you.
D.'Your' is a contraction for 'you are'.
Challenging
Sam wrote: 'The cat is tired, so its going to sleep.' What is Sam's mistake?
A.He should have written 'it's' because it means 'it is'.
B.He should have written 'is'nt' instead of 'is'.
C.He should have written 'its'' with the apostrophe at the end.
D.He did not make a mistake.
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