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We add an apostrophe (’) to an (s) to a singular noun to show possession or

ownership.

Read the following sentences and observe the use of ’s.

l Ria has a bag. Ria’s bag is blue.

Ria’s bag means the bag that belongs to Ria.
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Now, read some more examples.

Hi! I am Hi! I am
Jaya. Sahil.

This is These
my pencil. are my
books.

Jaya’s pencil Sahil’s books

Practice Time 1

Fill in the blanks using ’s with the singular nouns given in brackets.

1. Look at _____________ shoes. (Jack)

2. _____________ hat is very colourful. (Priya)

3. The _____________ nest has two eggs. (bird) Apostrophe (

4. The _____________ uniform is blue. (watchman) ’

5. The _____________ nose is red. (clown) )

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