Apostrophes (Possession) - Grammar & SPaG
English
Year 9
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A worksheet focusing on the use of apostrophes to show possession for singular and plural nouns, designed for Year 9 students learning about grammar and punctuation.
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Apostrophes (Possession) - Grammar & SPaG
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Introduction to Apostrophes for Possession
In English, apostrophes are used to show possession. For singular nouns, the apostrophe + s ('s) is added to the noun. For example, the student's book belongs to one student. When showing possession for plural nouns ending in s, only the apostrophe is added after the s. For example, the teachers' lounge belongs to multiple teachers. If a plural noun does not end in s, then apostrophe + s ('s) is used, such as the children's toys. Correct use of apostrophes helps clarify who owns what and avoids confusion in writing.
1.
According to the passage, how is possession shown for a singular noun?
[2 marks]2.
What is the correct way to show possession for a plural noun ending in s?
[2 marks]3.
Why is correct use of apostrophes important in writing?
[2 marks]4.
Identify the mistake in this sentence: "The childrens' books are on the table."
[1 mark]Aa) The apostrophe is misplaced.
Bb) The word 'childrens'' should be 'children's'.
Cc) The sentence is correct.
Dd) The word 'books' should be singular.
5.
Write a sentence showing possession of a single object's parts, using correct apostrophe placement.
[3 marks]6.
Write a sentence showing possession for a group of people, such as 'the students'.
[3 marks]7.
Choose the correct sentence:
[1 mark]Aa) The teachers lounge is upstairs.
Bb) The teachers' lounge is upstairs.
Cc) The teacher's lounge are upstairs.
Dd) The teachers lounge is upstairs.
8.
Explain in a short paragraph why apostrophes are sometimes omitted in informal writing.
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