Apostrophe Usage and Possession Rules

The video tutorial explains the use of apostrophes to show possession in English grammar. It covers singular possession, where apostrophe s is used, and plural possession, where s apostrophe is used. The tutorial also discusses exceptions for plural words that do not end in s, such as 'children' and 'people', where apostrophe s is used. The video concludes with a recap of the key points about apostrophe usage.

What humorous event is used to introduce the concept of possession?

• The waiter ate the customer's breakfast.

• The chef cooked a special meal.

• The customer left without paying.

• The waiter served the wrong dish.

Where should the apostrophe be placed in singular possession?

• Before the 's'

• After the word

• After the 's'

• Before the word

In the phrase 'the customer's breakfast', what does the apostrophe indicate?

• Singular possession

• Plural possession

• A question

• A contraction

How is plural possession indicated with an apostrophe?

• Before the 's'

• After the word

• After the 's'

• Before the word

Which of the following is an example of plural possession?

• The teacher's book

• The cats' toys

• The dog's bone

• The child's game

What is a key exception to the apostrophe rule for plural words?

• Words ending in 's'

• Words with more than one syllable

• Words ending in 'y'

• Plural words not ending in 's'

How should you show possession for the word 'children'?

• Childrens'

• Childrens

• Child's

• Children's

In the example 'the customer's table', what does the apostrophe indicate if there is more than one customer?

• A question

• Singular possession

• A contraction

• Plural possession

Which phrase correctly uses an apostrophe for a plural word not ending in 's'?

• Men room

• Mens room

• Men's room

• Mens' room

What is the correct way to show possession for the word 'everyone'?

• Everyone

• Everyones'

• Everyone's

• Everyones