Question

which sentences include errors in the use of possessives or contractions that should be corrected? select the two correct answers. (1 point)

go check the front door and see whos there, because it might be one of my neighbors.

youre going to have to discuss your project in simpler terms so that everyone can understand.

their electricity has been off since the storm, and theyre using candles for light.

dont forget to pack your coat and hat, because its going to be snowing in minnesota all week.

we are not certain whos textbooks these are, but we want to find out so that we can return them.

Explanation:

• For option D: "its" should be "it's" (contraction for "it is").
• For option E: "who's" should be "whose" (possessive form, showing ownership of textbooks).

Answer:

D. Don't forget to pack your coat and hat, because its going to be snowing in Minnesota all week.
E. We are not certain who's textbooks these are, but we want to find out so that we can return them.