Apostrophes for Possession | Possessive Nouns

This video tutorial explains the use of apostrophes in contractions and possessive nouns. It covers singular and plural possessive nouns, including irregular plurals, and provides examples to illustrate the rules. The tutorial also addresses proper nouns ending in S and offers practice exercises to reinforce learning.

What is the primary function of an apostrophe in a possessive noun?

• To emphasize a word

• To separate clauses

• To show possession or ownership

• To indicate a question

How do you form a possessive noun for a singular noun?

• Add an apostrophe before the S

• Add an apostrophe after the S

• Add an apostrophe and ES

• Add ES to the end

When showing possession for a plural noun, where is the apostrophe placed?

• After the word

• Before the word

• After the S

• Before the S

Which of the following is an example of an irregular plural?

• Women

• Dogs

• Books

• Cats

How is possession shown for the irregular plural 'children'?

• Children's

• Childrens

• Childrens'

• Child's

What is the correct way to show possession for a proper noun ending in S, like James?

• James'

• James's

• James

• Jameses

In the sentence 'The men's fishing trip was successful,' where is the apostrophe placed?

• After the word men

• Before the word men

• Before the S

• After the S