Singular and Plural Possessive Nouns

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What is a singular possessive noun?

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A singular possessive noun shows that something belongs to one person or thing. For example, 'the boy's toy' means the toy belongs to one boy.

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What is a plural possessive noun?

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A plural possessive noun shows that something belongs to more than one person or thing. For example, 'the boys' toys' means the toys belong to multiple boys.

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How do you form a singular possessive noun?

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To form a singular possessive noun, add an apostrophe and 's' to the end of the noun. For example, 'cat' becomes 'cat's'.

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How do you form a plural possessive noun?

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To form a plural possessive noun, first make the noun plural, then add an apostrophe. For example, 'dogs' becomes 'dogs''.

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What is the correct form of the possessive noun for one teacher?

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The correct form is 'teacher's'.

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What is the correct form of the possessive noun for multiple teachers?

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The correct form is 'teachers''.

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Which is correct: 'the boy's bike' or 'the boys bike'?

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The correct form is 'the boy's bike' because it shows that the bike belongs to one boy.

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Which is correct: 'the boys' bikes' or 'the boys bike'?

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The correct form is 'the boys' bikes' because it shows that the bikes belong to multiple boys.

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What does the apostrophe indicate in possessive nouns?

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The apostrophe indicates ownership or that something belongs to someone.

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Complete the sentence: The __________ book is on the table. (one girl)

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The girl's book is on the table.