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What is a singular possessive noun?

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A singular possessive noun shows ownership by one person, place, or thing. Example: 'the dog's leash' (the leash belongs to one dog).

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What is a plural possessive noun?

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A plural possessive noun shows ownership by more than one person, place, or thing. Example: 'the dogs' leashes' (the leashes belong to multiple dogs).

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How do you form a singular possessive noun?

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Add an apostrophe and 's' to the end of the noun. Example: 'the girl's book' (the book belongs to one girl).

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

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Add an apostrophe after the 's'. Example: 'the teachers' lounge' (the lounge belongs to multiple teachers).

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What does the apostrophe indicate in possessive nouns?

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The apostrophe indicates ownership or possession.

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What is the difference between singular and plural possessive nouns?

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Singular possessive nouns indicate ownership by one, while plural possessive nouns indicate ownership by more than one.

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What is an example of a singular possessive noun?

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'The cat's toy' (the toy belongs to one cat).

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What is an example of a plural possessive noun?

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'The children's playground' (the playground belongs to multiple children).

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When do you use an apostrophe for plural possessive nouns?

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Use an apostrophe after the plural 's' to show possession. Example: 'the dogs' owner' (the owner of multiple dogs).

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What does a possessive noun represent?

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A possessive noun represents ownership, indicating that someone or something owns something.