Exploring Possessive Nouns and Apostrophe Usage

How is possession shown for a singular noun?

• Using an apostrophe before s ('s)

• No apostrophe is used

• Using an apostrophe after s (s')

• Using an apostrophe alone (' )

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

Which example correctly shows possession for a singular noun?

• The bees' hive

• The boys' hats

• The girl's book

• The dogs' park

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.2D

How is possession indicated for plural nouns?

• No apostrophe needed

• Using s alone (s)

• Apostrophe after s ('s)

• Apostrophe before s (s')

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

Select the correct example of possession for plural nouns.

• The dogs' leashes

• The boy's toys

• The woman's dress

• The children's games

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.2D

What is the rule for using apostrophes in singular and plural nouns?

• Always use 's regardless of number

• 's for singular and s' for plural

• No apostrophes used in either

• s' for singular and 's for plural

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D

Which example shows incorrect use of apostrophes for possession?

• The boys' room

• The cat's whiskers

• The childrens' toys

• The birds' nest

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.2.2C

CCSS.L.3.2D