Both
Bob: Who are you?
Joe: I'm Joe.
Or
Bob: Who are you?
Joe: I am Joe.
Is fine.
Bob: Are you Joe?
Joe: Maybe I am.
Seems fine, but
Bob: Are you Joe?
Joe: Maybe I'm.
Seems a bit weird. Is it correct to say it like that?
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http://ell.stackexchange.com/questions/26679/why-dont-we-contract-it-is-in-if-it-is-then/26680#26680 – Jul 24 '14 at 05:50
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1I've seen this question before; I'm sure I've: Related – J.R. Jul 24 '14 at 07:33