How to Properly Attribute a Work to an Author

Which example correctly shows that "a raid on the oyster pirates" is written by Jack London?

a. jack's london "a raid on the oyster pirates"
b. jack london's "a raid on the oyster pirates"
c. jack londons's "a raid on the oyster pirates"
d. jack londons' "a raid on the oyster pirates"

Answer:

The correct way to attribute 'A Raid on the Oyster Pirates' to Jack London is by saying 'Jack London's "A Raid on the Oyster Pirates"', which is option B.

Explanation: The correct way to show that the work 'A Raid on the Oyster Pirates' was written by Jack London would be by saying 'Jack London's "A Raid on the Oyster Pirates"'. This is the proper English possessive form for singular nouns, indicating that the work belongs to or is associated with him. As such, option B: 'Jack London's "A Raid on the Oyster Pirates"' is correct. The other options proposed contain typographical errors or incorrect usage of the possessive form.

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