Possessives show when a noun belongs to someone. It is often indicated with an apostrophe "s," but when words end in "s" only an apostrophe is added.

Background Essay:

Forming and Using Possessive Nouns—Background

For Teachers:

Forming and Using Possessive Nouns—Answer Key

Student Handout:

Forming and Using Possessive Nouns—Practice Sentences

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