Complete this sentence: When a noun is written in possessive case, it shows ________
- ownership or close relationship.
- membership in a group of subjects.
- ownership of the indirect object.
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Complete this sentence: To form the possessive of a singular noun ________
- always add an “ s,” “es,” or “ies” to the main word.
- always add an “ s” and an apostrophe to the main word.
- Neither a nor b
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Which sentence shows CORRECT use of a singular possessive noun?
- He was docked one days' pay for being late.
- He was docked one day's pay for being late.
- Neither a nor b
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Which sentence shows CORRECT use of a plural possessive noun?
- He took a job at the district attorney's office.
- She wanted to review the corporate earnings report.
- Neither a nor b
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Which sentence CORRECTLY shows joint possession?
- Let's go over to Tom and Sandy's house.
- He has always wanted a boat like Mike's and Margaret's.
- Both a and b
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