Possessive Nouns (Grade 4)

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What is a possessive noun?

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A possessive noun shows ownership or relationship, indicating that something belongs to someone or something.

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How do you form the possessive of a singular noun?

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

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

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

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

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

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What is the possessive form of the name 'Ben'?

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Ben's.

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What is the possessive form of the name 'Ellie'?

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Ellie's.

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Identify the correct possessive form: 'the cat toy' or 'the cat's toy'?

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The correct form is 'the cat's toy'.

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What is the possessive form of the name 'Matthew'?

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Matthew's.

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When do you use an apostrophe in possessive nouns?

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An apostrophe is used to indicate ownership in possessive nouns.

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What is the difference between a possessive noun and a plural noun?

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A possessive noun indicates ownership, while a plural noun indicates more than one.