Problem Explanation:
The task requires rewriting the given sentences using
possessive apostrophes to make them shorter. A possessive apostrophe is used to show ownership or possession. The general rule is:
- For singular nouns, add
's (e.g., "Adele's pencil case").
- For plural nouns ending in
s, just add an apostrophe (e.g., "the twins' house").
Let’s solve each sentence step by step.
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Solution:
1.
The pencil case belongs to Adele.
- Rewritten:
Adele's pencil case.
- Explanation: "Adele" is a singular noun, so we add
's to show possession.
2.
The photograph taken by Billy.
- Rewritten:
Billy's photograph.
- Explanation: "Billy" is a singular noun, so we add
's to indicate that the photograph belongs to Billy.
3.
The wings of the dove.
- Rewritten:
The dove's wings.
- Explanation: "Dove" is a singular noun, so we add
's to show that the wings belong to the dove.
4.
The house where the twins live.
- Rewritten:
The twins' house.
- Explanation: "Twins" is a plural noun ending in
s, so we add only an apostrophe to show that the house belongs to both twins.
5.
The behaviour of the pupils.
- Rewritten:
The pupils' behaviour.
- Explanation: "Pupils" is a plural noun ending in
s, so we add only an apostrophe to show that the behavior belongs to all the pupils.
6.
The party for Dad.
- Rewritten:
Dad's party.
- Explanation: "Dad" is a singular noun, so we add
's to indicate that the party is for Dad.
7.
The essay written by Curtis.
- Rewritten:
Curtis's essay.
- Explanation: "Curtis" is a singular noun ending in
s, but we still add
's to show possession. This is a common practice when the noun ends in
s.
8.
The diary of Sarah.
- Rewritten:
Sarah's diary.
- Explanation: "Sarah" is a singular noun, so we add
's to indicate that the diary belongs to Sarah.
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Final Answers:
1. Adele's pencil case.
2. Billy's photograph.
3. The dove's wings.
4. The twins' house.
5. The pupils' behaviour.
6. Dad's party.
7. Curtis's essay.
8. Sarah's diary.
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Boxed Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\begin{aligned}
1. & \text{ Adele's pencil case.} \\
2. & \text{ Billy's photograph.} \\
3. & \text{ The dove's wings.} \\
4. & \text{ The twins' house.} \\
5. & \text{ The pupils' behaviour.} \\
6. & \text{ Dad's party.} \\
7. & \text{ Curtis's essay.} \\
8. & \text{ Sarah's diary.}
\end{aligned}
}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of apostrophe worksheet.
