Apostrophes for Possession

Which phrase contains a possessive noun in its correct form?

• lunch of Bob

• Bob's lunch

• Bobs lunch

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.2D

Which phrase contains a possessive noun in its correct form?

• the children's game

• the childrens' game

• the childrens's game

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.2D

Which sentence uses the apostrophe to show possession?

• We're going on a trip this weekend.

• My phone's battery needs to replaced.

• They're moving to the city.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

Which sentence uses the apostrophe to show possession?

• I'm excited to go to the beach this summer.

• You're invited to the party

• Ann's Bible is on her desk.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

Which sentence DOES NOT USE the apostrophe to show possession?

• Tom's puppy is nibbling at the bone.

• They're planning a surprise party for Gilbert.

• Elizabeth's essay got published in the local newspaper.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

Which sentence DOES NOT USE the apostrophe to show possession?

• Reynie's task is to find the missing crown.

• Sherlock's cases are intriguing.

• She's picking flowers in the garden.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

Rewrite the phrase using an apostrophe:

Phrase: the dog that belongs to Bella

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

Rewrite the phrase using an apostrophe:

Phrase: the meeting of the women

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

Rewrite the phrase using an apostrophe:

Phrase: the mansion of Mr. Benedict

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

Rewrite the phrase using an apostrophe:

Phrase: the seats in the theater

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D