Understanding Apostrophes: Its vs It's
English
GCSE
6 questions
~12 mins
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A worksheet focusing on the correct use of its and it's within the context of modern fiction, designed for GCSE students to enhance their understanding through creative tasks.
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Understanding Apostrophes: Its vs It's
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Introduction to Its and It's
The city never sleeps. Its streets are alive with the dance of neon lights, and it's easy to get lost in its labyrinth of alleys and towering skyscrapers. The protagonist felt the pulse of the city, its heartbeat echoing through the night. As she navigated the urban maze, she wondered if it's possible to find peace amidst such chaos.
1.
Identify all instances of 'its' and 'it's' in the passage. Are they used correctly? Briefly justify your answer.
[3 marks]2.
Explain the difference between 'its' and 'it's' with one example from the passage.
[2 marks]3.
Multiple choice: Which sentence correctly uses 'its' or 'it's'?
[1 mark]Aa) The city has lost it's charm.
Bb) The city is famous for its vibrant nightlife.
Cc) Its a night to remember.
Dd) It's streets are filled with noise.
B
Creative Writing Task 1
Write a short story (150-200 words) set in a modern city, incorporating at least three correct uses of 'its' and 'it's'. Focus on creating vivid imagery and maintaining grammatical accuracy.
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Creative Writing Prompt: Describe a night in the city from the perspective of a young protagonist exploring its hidden corners. Include dialogue and sensory details.
[20 marks]2.
Checklist for your story:
[4 marks]C
Analysis of Literary Technique
Select a paragraph from a modern fiction novel and identify one literary technique used by the author (e.g., metaphor, volta, caesura). Write a brief analysis of how this technique contributes to the narrative.
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Identify and explain one literary technique used in your chosen paragraph.
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- 1/1/2026
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