Apostrophes: Its vs It's - Error Correction
English
Year 9
8 questions
~16 mins
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An error correction worksheet focusing on the correct usage of 'its' and 'it's' for Year 9 students.
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Apostrophes: Its vs It's - Error Correction
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Grade Year 9
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Understanding Its and It's
The cat chased its tail before settling down for a nap. It was clear that its fur was soft and well-groomed. As the sun set, the garden looked at its most peaceful. The owl hooted in the tree, and it’s song echoed through the night. The dog started chasing its own shadow, unaware that it’s only a reflection. The house had lost its old paint and needed a new coat.
1.
Identify all the places in the passage where the word 'its' is used correctly.
[2 marks]2.
Find the sentence where 'it's' is used correctly. Rewrite it with the correct punctuation if necessary.
[2 marks]3.
In the sentence: 'The house had lost its old paint and needed a new coat.', what is the grammatical rule governing the use of 'its'?
[2 marks]4.
Correct the following sentence if there is an error: 'The dog chased its tail, not it's tail.'
[2 marks]5.
Explain why the sentence: 'It’s a lovely day' uses an apostrophe. Is it correct?
[3 marks]6.
Choose the correct form: 'The tree lost (its/it's) leaves during autumn.'
Aa) its
Bb) it's
7.
Identify and correct the errors in the following sentence: 'Its a beautiful morning and it's only just begun.'
[4 marks]8.
Write a short paragraph (about 15 lines) describing your favourite place, using 'its' and 'it's' correctly. Include at least three instances of each.
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- 1/1/2026
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