APOSTROPHE S

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What is the primary purpose of an apostrophe in English grammar?

Back

To indicate possession or to show omission of letters in contractions.

Front

How do you form the possessive of a singular noun that ends in 's'?

Back

Add an apostrophe followed by 's' (e.g., James's book).

Front

How do you form the possessive of a plural noun that ends in 's'?

Back

Add only an apostrophe after the 's' (e.g., the teachers' lounge).

Front

What is the correct possessive form for the noun 'children'?

Back

Children's (e.g., children's toys).

Front

In the sentence 'David and Samuel's grandmother's name is Maria,' how many possessive apostrophes are used?

Back

Three possessive apostrophes are used.

Front

What is the correct possessive form for the noun 'dog' when referring to multiple dogs?

Back

Dogs' (e.g., the dogs' owner).

Front

What is the correct possessive form for the noun 'student' when referring to multiple students?

Back

Students' (e.g., students' projects).

Front

In the sentence 'The dog owners' club meets three times a year,' what does the apostrophe indicate?

Back

It indicates that the club belongs to the dog owners.

Front

What is the rule for using apostrophes in contractions?

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Apostrophes are used to indicate omitted letters (e.g., can't for cannot).

Front

What is the correct possessive form for the noun 'puppy'?

Back

Puppy's (e.g., the puppy's toy).