Possessive Nouns

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What is a possessive noun?

Back

A possessive noun shows ownership or relationship. It indicates that something belongs to someone or something.

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.2D

Front

How do you form the possessive of a singular noun?

Back

For a singular noun, add an apostrophe and 's' (e.g., the dog's leash).

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.2D

Front

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

Back

For plural nouns ending in 's', add only an apostrophe (e.g., the teachers' lounge).

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.2D

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 and 's' (e.g., the children's toys).

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.2D

Front

What is the possessive form of 'man'?

Back

The possessive form of 'man' is 'man's'.

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.2D

Front

What is the possessive form of 'woman'?

Back

The possessive form of 'woman' is 'woman's'.

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.2D

Front

What is the plural form of 'wolf'?

Back

The plural form of 'wolf' is 'wolves'.

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CCSS.L.2.1B

CCSS.L.3.1B

CCSS.L.K.1C

Front

What is the possessive form of 'wolves'?

Back

The possessive form of 'wolves' is 'wolves''.

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.2D

Front

What is the correct possessive form for a group of teachers?

Back

The correct possessive form for a group of teachers is 'teachers''.

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.2D

Front

How do you indicate ownership for a family?

Back

To indicate ownership for a family, use the possessive form 'family's' (e.g., the family's car).

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CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.2D