Apostrophes

Front

What is an apostrophe used for?

Back

An apostrophe is used to indicate possession or to form contractions.

Front

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

Back

Add an apostrophe followed by 's' (e.g., Rich's medals).

Front

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

Back

Add only an apostrophe after the 's' (e.g., the dogs' owner).

Front

What is the correct possessive form of 'Chris'?

Back

Chris' stamp collection.

Front

What is the correct possessive form of 'the children'?

Back

The children's fort.

Front

How do you indicate possession for a noun that is plural but does not end in 's'?

Back

Add an apostrophe followed by 's' (e.g., the men's room).

Front

What is the correct possessive form of 'fifty dollars'?

Back

fifty dollars' worth of equipment.

Front

What is the correct contraction for 'they would'?

Back

they'd.

Front

What is the possessive form of 'the cat'?

Back

the cat's toy.

Front

What is the possessive form of 'the teachers'?

Back

the teachers' lounge.