Here are the correct possessive forms for each sentence. I have checked each one to make sure we follow the rules for singular nouns, plural nouns ending in "s", and irregular plural nouns.
1.
Carl's
* *Reasoning:* "Carl" is a singular noun (one person). We add an apostrophe and an s (`'s`).
2.
queens'
* *Reasoning:* "Queens" is a regular plural noun ending in "s". We only add an apostrophe at the end (`'`).
3.
strawberries'
* *Reasoning:* "Strawberries" is a regular plural noun ending in "s". We only add an apostrophe at the end (`'`).
4.
mother's
* *Reasoning:* "Mother" is a singular noun. We add an apostrophe and an s (`'s`).
5.
neighbor's
* *Reasoning:* "Neighbor" is a singular noun. We add an apostrophe and an s (`'s`).
6.
zebras'
* *Reasoning:* "Zebras" is a regular plural noun ending in "s". We only add an apostrophe at the end (`'`).
7.
Karla's
* *Reasoning:* "Karla" is a singular noun (a name). We add an apostrophe and an s (`'s`).
8.
clowns'
* *Reasoning:* "Clowns" is a regular plural noun ending in "s". We only add an apostrophe at the end (`'`).
9.
women's
* *Reasoning:* "Women" is an irregular plural noun that does not end in "s". We add an apostrophe and an s (`'s`), just like the example with "children."
10.
parents'
* *Reasoning:* "Parents" is a regular plural noun ending in "s". We only add an apostrophe at the end (`'`).
11.
policeman's
* *Reasoning:* "Policeman" is a singular noun. We add an apostrophe and an s (`'s`).
Final Answer:
1. Carl's
2. queens'
3. strawberries'
4. mother's
5. neighbor's
6. zebras'
7. Karla's
8. clowns'
9. women's
10. parents'
11. policeman's
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of possessive apostrophe worksheet.
