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Possessive Nouns By: Diego J., Adriana Arroyo, Angel Baez

Possessive Nouns By: Diego J., Adriana Arroyo, Angel Baez

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Definition of a Plural Possessive Nouns  When a plural noun ends wit an “s,” simply add an apostrophe to make it possessive.  Example: Americans’ ideals, Inventions’ popularity.  When a plural noun ends wit an “s,” simply add an apostrophe to make it possessive.  Example: Americans’ ideals, Inventions’ popularity.

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Page 1: Possessive Nouns By: Diego J., Adriana Arroyo, Angel Baez

Possessive Nouns By: Diego J., Adriana Arroyo, Angel Baez

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Definition of a Singular Possessive Noun

A noun names a person, place, thing, idea, quality, or action. A possessive noun shows ownership by adding an apostrophe, an "s" or both. To make a single noun possessive, simply add an apostrophe and an "s.“Examples: The car of John = John’s car.

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Definition of a Plural Possessive Nouns

When a plural noun ends wit an “s,” simply add an apostrophe to make it possessive. Example: Americans’ ideals, Inventions’ popularity.

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Examples of Possessive Nouns

Apple’s taste Book’s cover Boss’s car Cat’s tuna Computer’s keyboard

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Mini Quiz about Possessive Nouns

The car of John = The room the girls = Clothes for men = The boat of the sailors =

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