Singular and Plural Possessive Nouns

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What is a singular possessive noun?

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A singular possessive noun shows ownership by one person or thing. It is formed by adding an apostrophe and 's' to the noun (e.g., 'the dog's toy').

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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 or thing. It is formed by adding an apostrophe after the 's' of the plural noun (e.g., 'the dogs' toys').

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How do you form the possessive of a singular noun ending in 's'?

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For singular nouns ending in 's', you can add either an apostrophe and 's' (e.g., 'James's book') or just an apostrophe (e.g., 'James' book'). Both forms are acceptable.

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What is the possessive form of 'child'?

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

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What is the possessive form of 'women'?

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

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How do you change 'the paint of the houses' into a possessive noun?

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You change it to 'the houses' paint'.

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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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Is 'teacher's' singular or plural possessive?

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'Teacher's' is singular possessive.

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Is 'students'' singular or plural possessive?

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'Students'' is plural possessive.

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What is the possessive form of 'grandfather'?

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