Front

What is a possessive noun?

Back

A possessive noun shows ownership or relationship. It is formed by adding an apostrophe and sometimes an 's' to a noun.

Front

How do you form the possessive of a singular noun?

Back

To form the possessive of a singular noun, add an apostrophe followed by 's' (e.g., the dog's leash).

Front

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

Back

For plural nouns that end in 's', add only an apostrophe after the 's' (e.g., the dogs' park).

Front

How do you form the possessive of a plural noun that does not end in 's'?

Back

For plural nouns that do not end in 's', add an apostrophe followed by 's' (e.g., the children's toys).

Front

What is the difference between singular possessive and plural possessive nouns?

Back

Singular possessive nouns indicate ownership by one person or thing, while plural possessive nouns indicate ownership by multiple people or things.

Front

Convert 'the makeup of Moriah, Katie, and Chelsie' into a possessive noun.

Back

the women's makeup.

Front

Convert 'the paint of the houses' into a possessive noun.

Back

the houses' paint.

Front

What is the possessive form of 'man'?

Back

man's (singular possessive).

Front

What is the possessive form of 'boys'?

Back

boys' (plural possessive).

Front

How do you identify a possessive noun in a sentence?

Back

Look for nouns that are followed by an apostrophe and possibly an 's', indicating ownership.