Worksheet on Possessive Determiners

English
Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet focusing on identifying and correcting errors related to possessive determiners in sentences for Grade 8 students.

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Worksheet on Possessive Determiners

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Grade Grade 8
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Understanding Possessive Determiners

In the world of grammar, possessive determiners like 'my', 'your', 'his', 'her', 'its', 'our', and 'their' are used to show ownership or belonging. Proper use of these words enhances clarity and precision in writing. Misuse of possessive determiners can lead to confusion or ambiguity, especially in complex sentences where multiple owners are involved. Recognizing the correct form and placement of possessive determiners is essential for effective communication.
1.
Identify the possessive determiner in this sentence: 'The dog wagged its tail happily.'
[2 marks]
2.
Correct the error in this sentence: 'Jessica forgot her book and her coat in the classroom.'
[2 marks]
3.
Choose the correct possessive determiner to complete the sentence: 'That is ___ bicycle.'
[1 mark]
Aa) my
Bb) mine
Cc) me
Dd) I
4.
Rewrite the following sentence, correcting the possessive determiner: 'The cats toys are on the floor.'
[3 marks]
5.
Identify and correct the error: 'Their going to the park later.'
[2 marks]
6.
In the sentence: 'Our house is the biggest on the street,' what does the possessive determiner 'Our' indicate?
[2 marks]
7.
Identify the incorrect use of a possessive determiner in the following sentences and correct it: a) 'Her and me went to the concert.' b) 'This is his book.'
[5 marks]
8.
Explain why the sentence 'That is her book's cover' is incorrect and how to correct it.
[4 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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1/1/2026
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