Possessive Case Quiz

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    The birthday / my father

    • My father's birthday
    • My fathers' birthday
    • Birthday of my father
    • None of the above
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Are you confident in your ability to use the possessive case in English grammar? Put your knowledge to the test with our Possessive Case Quiz! The possessive case is a grammatical construct that shows ownership or association between nouns.
In this practice quiz, your task is to choose the option that correctly joins two nouns using the possessive case. Just like the examples provided, you'll be presented with similar exercises to hone your skills. Whether you're a grammar enthusiast or someone looking to refine your language skills, this quiz offers an engaging way to assess your proficiency in using the possessive case.
As you embark on this quiz, you'll have the opportunity to strengthen your grasp of this essential grammatical concept. So, are you ready to take on the challenge? Dive into the quiz, tackle the exercises, and see how well you can form possessive constructions. Best of luck, and enjoy the learning experience! If you find the quiz helpful, don't hesitate to share it with friends interested in English grammar.

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  • 2. 

    The house / my uncle

    • My uncle's house

    • My uncles' house

    • My uncles house

    • My uncle's house's

    Correct Answer
    A. My uncle's house
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "my uncle's house" because it correctly shows possession by using the apostrophe and "s" after the word "uncle." This indicates that the house belongs to the speaker's uncle.

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  • 3. 

    The jacket / that man

    • That man's jacket

    • That mans' jacket

    • That man jacket's

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. That man's jacket
    Explanation
    This indicates that the jacket belongs to that specific man. "That man's" shows possession, meaning the jacket is owned or worn by the man being referred to. The apostrophe before the "s" in "man's" denotes singular possession, making it clear that the jacket is associated with that particular man.

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  • 4. 

    The newspaper / yesterday

    • Yesterday's newspaper

    • Yesterdays' newspaper

    • Yesterday newspapers'

    • Yesterday newspaper's

    Correct Answer
    A. Yesterday's newspaper
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "yesterday's newspaper." This is because the possessive form of "yesterday" is used to indicate that the newspaper belongs to or is associated with yesterday. The apostrophe ('s) is added after "yesterday" to show possession.

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  • 5. 

    The garden / my friend

    • My friends' garden

    • My friend's garden

    • My friends garden

    • My friend's gardens'

    Correct Answer
    A. My friend's garden
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "my friend's garden" because it indicates possession. The use of the apostrophe and the letter "s" after "friend" shows that the garden belongs to my friend. The other options either do not indicate possession or have incorrect grammar.

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  • 6. 

    The party / my friend

    • My friends' party

    • My friend party

    • My friend's party

    • My friends' party's

    Correct Answer
    A. My friend's party
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "my friend's party" because it shows possession or ownership. The apostrophe and the letter "s" indicate that the party belongs to the speaker’s friend.

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  • 7. 

    The daughter / my friend

    • My friends' daughter

    • My friend's daughters'

    • My friend's daughter

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. My friend's daughter
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "my friend's daughter." This phrase indicates that the daughter that of the speaker's friend.

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  • 8. 

    The toys / the children

    • The childrens' toys

    • The children's toys

    • The children toys'

    • The children toy's

    Correct Answer
    A. The children's toys
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "the children's toys". This is because the possessive form of "children" is "children's" and it is used to show that the toys belong to the children.

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  • 9. 

    The car / our neighbour

    • Our neighbors' car

    • Our neighbor's car

    • Our neighbor's cars'

    • Our neighbor car's

    Correct Answer
    A. Our neighbor's car
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "our neighbor's car." This is the correct possessive form of the noun "neighbor" to indicate that the car belongs to our neighbor. The use of the apostrophe and the letter "s" after "neighbor" shows ownership.

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  • 10. 

    The new manager / the company

    • The company's new manager

    • The companies' new manager

    • New manager's company

    • New manager company's

    Correct Answer
    A. The company's new manager
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "the company's new manager". This phrase correctly indicates that the manager belongs to the company, and it follows the standard possessive form in English.

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  • 11. 

    The garden / our neighbours

    • Our neighbors' garden

    • Our neighbor's garden

    • Our neighbor garden's

    • Our neighbor gardens'

    Correct Answer
    A. Our neighbors' garden
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "our neighbors' garden" because it correctly shows possession by using the apostrophe after the "s" in "neighbors." This indicates that the garden belongs to multiple neighbors.

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  • 12. 

    The new managers / the companies

    • The company's new managers

    • The companies' new managers

    • New manager's companies

    • The companies of the new managers

    Correct Answer
    A. The companies' new managers
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "the companies' new managers." This is because the possessive form "companies'" indicates that the managers belong to multiple companies. The phrase "new managers" specifies that these managers are newly appointed or hired. Therefore, "the companies' new managers" accurately describes the managers who belong to multiple companies and are new in their positions.

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  • 13. 

    The tire / the car

    • The car tire

    • The car's tire

    • The cars' tire

    • The car tire's

    Correct Answer
    A. The car's tire
    Explanation
    This indicates that the tire belongs to the car. "The car's" shows possession, meaning that the tire is specifically associated with or belongs to the car. This phrasing clearly communicates that the tire is part of or related to the car in question. The apostrophe before the "s" in "car's" denotes singular possession.

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    The daughter / Charles

    • Charles' daughter

    • Charles's daughter

    • Charle's daughter

    • Both A and B

    Correct Answer
    A. Both A and B
    Explanation
    Both A and B represent correct ways to indicate that someone is the daughter of Charles. The choice between using "Charles'" (without an additional 's) or "Charles's" (with an additional 's) to show possession can depend on your style guide or personal preference. Both forms are widely accepted in English, but some style guides may prefer one over the other.

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    The wedding / Helen's friend

    • Helen friend's wedding

    • Helen's friends' wedding

    • Helen's friend's wedding

    • Helen's friend wedding

    Correct Answer
    A. Helen's friend's wedding
    Explanation
    This phrase indicates that the wedding belongs to a single friend of Helen. "Helen's" shows possession, and "friend's" indicates that the wedding belongs to her friend. The apostrophe before the "s" in "friend's" shows singular possession, making it clear that it's the wedding of one specific friend of Helen.

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Heather Baxter |BSc (Elementary Education and Teaching) |
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Heather is an educator, with four years of teaching experience. She graduated from the University of South Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Teaching. She is skilled in Teaching English as a Second Language and currently works as an Elementary School Teacher at Pinellas County Schools. She made a career transition one year ago to explore a new path in writing and copy editing. Heather's specialization lies in curriculum development and educational materials, but she maintains versatility to work across various industries. Known for her keen attention to detail and a deep passion for language, she possesses a sharp eye for precision.

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