Apostrophes for possession notes

What is an apostrophe?

An apostrophe (') is a punctuation mark used to show possession or create contractions.

How do you show possession for one owner?

Add an apostrophe and 's' to the owner's name, e.g., 'the dog's toy'.

Fill in the blank: The _____ hat is red.

Correct answer: cat's

Difference between 'its' and 'it's'.

'Its' shows possession; 'it's' means 'it is' or 'it has'.

True or false: Apostrophes are used for plural nouns.

False, because apostrophes are not used to make nouns plural.

How do you show possession for multiple owners?

Add an apostrophe after the 's', e.g., 'the dogs' toys'.

Question: What is the possessive form of 'children'?

Answer: children's

What does 'the teacher's desk' mean?

It means the desk belongs to the teacher.

Fill in the blank: The _____ shoes are new.

Correct answer: girl's

Question: How would you show possession for 'parents'?

Answer: parents'

True or false: Always use an apostrophe for years.

False, because years do not require an apostrophe to show possession.

Question: What is the possessive form of 'dog'?

Answer: dog's

True or false: 'The boys' club is exclusive.'

True, because it shows that the club belongs to the boys.

What is the possessive form of 'baby'?

Answer: baby's

Fill in the blank: This is _____ book.

Correct answer: John's

Difference between 'whose' and 'who's'.

'Whose' shows possession; 'who's' means 'who is' or 'who has'.

Question: How do you show possession for 'women'?

Answer: women's