Problem Overview:
The task involves converting phrases into singular possessive nouns by adding an apostrophe and "s" to the underlined singular noun. The goal is to show ownership correctly.
Solution:
#### Part 1: Write a possessive noun for each phrase
1.
the blanket of the baby
- Underlined noun:
baby
- Possessive form:
baby's
- Answer:
the baby's blanket
2.
the wrench of the plumber
- Underlined noun:
plumber
- Possessive form:
plumber's
- Answer:
the plumber's wrench
3.
the bicycle of the child
- Underlined noun:
child
- Possessive form:
child's
- Answer:
the child's bicycle
4.
the coffee of the mother
- Underlined noun:
mother
- Possessive form:
mother's
- Answer:
the mother's coffee
5.
the skateboard of Kate
- Underlined noun:
Kate
- Possessive form:
Kate's
- Answer:
Kate's skateboard
6.
the glasses of Liam
- Underlined noun:
Liam
- Possessive form:
Liam's
- Answer:
Liam's glasses
#### Part 2: Write the possessive form of the singular noun in parentheses
7.
Douglas returned _______ sweater this morning. (Kyle)
- Singular noun:
Kyle
- Possessive form:
Kyle's
- Answer:
Kyle's
8.
Please put the _______ toy in the basket. (Cat)
- Singular noun:
Cat
- Possessive form:
Cat's
- Answer:
Cat's
9.
The construction _______ tools were in the truck. (worker)
- Singular noun:
worker
- Possessive form:
worker's
- Answer:
worker's
Final Answers:
1.
the baby's blanket
2.
the plumber's wrench
3.
the child's bicycle
4.
the mother's coffee
5.
Kate's skateboard
6.
Liam's glasses
7.
Kyle's
8.
Cat's
9.
worker's
Boxed Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\text{1. the baby's blanket, 2. the plumber's wrench, 3. the child's bicycle, 4. the mother's coffee, 5. Kate's skateboard, 6. Liam's glasses, 7. Kyle's, 8. Cat's, 9. worker's}
}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of possessive nouns worksheet 2nd grade.
