Possessive Nouns

Question 1

What are possessive nouns?

Answer 1

A possessive noun shows ownership or relationship, meaning something belongs to someone or something.

Question 2

How do you make a singular noun possessive?

Answer 2

Add an apostrophe + “s” to the end of the singular noun (e.g., “dog’s bone”).

Question 3

How do you make a plural noun possessive?

Answer 3

If the plural noun ends in “s,” just add an apostrophe (e.g., “dogs’ bones”).

Question 4

When do you use just an apostrophe for a possessive noun?

Answer 4

Use just an apostrophe for plural nouns that already end in “s” (e.g., “the teachers’ lounge”).