Section A: In each sentence, find the pronoun and verb that can be made into a contraction. Write the contraction.
1. Bob says he has learned a new trick.
2. My neighbors told me they are going to Aruba.
3. I heard that they will be leaving next month.
4. We are staying home this summer.
5. She shall be late for supper.
6. I am writing poetry for class.
7. She has written a book.
8. My parents said they have been looking at new cars.
9. I will be excited to see what they buy.
10. Jim say he will plan the party.
Section B: Write a contraction for each pair of words.
11. can not
12. will not
13. did not
14. would not
15. is not
Answers: 1- he’s; 2-they’re; 3-they’ll; 4-we’re; 5-she’ll; 6-I’m; 7-she’s; 8-they’ve; 9-I’ll; 10-he’ll; 11-can’t; 12-won’t; 13-didn’t; 14-wouldn’t; 15-isn’t