Module 15, Troublesome Words 1, Lesson 6:

Their, There, and They're

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"Their" is the possessive form for the plural pronoun "they." Example: They used their money on video games.

The word "there" has several meanings. As an adverb it means in, at, or about that place. Example: Place the book there. When used as a noun, "there" means that place. Example: Are you from there, too? When used as an interjection, "there" expresses an exclamation of triumph or relief. Example: There! It is finished.

"They're" is a contraction meaning "they are." Example: They're going to the show.

Practice What You've Learned

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Directions:
Click the word that correctly completes each sentence.
1.
(Their) (There) (They're) going to visit us next month.
2.
Will they drive (their) (there) (they're) car?
3.
Once upon a time, (their) (there) (they're) were three little pigs.
4.
They ate (their) (there) (they're) supper after the fair.
5.
(Their) (There) (They're) preparing to present the awards.
6.
It is nice and sunny (their) (there) (they're).
7.
(Their) (There) (They're) going to sit there all evening.
8.
Were you born (their) (there) (they're), too?
9.
Did those students eat (their) (there) (they're) lunches?
10.
(Their) (There) (They're) a feisty group of 8th graders.
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