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Possessive Pronouns and Apostrophes of Possession

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What is the primary function of possessive pronouns?

To show plural form

To indicate a question

To replace verbs in a sentence

To show ownership or possession (correct)

Which of the following is a characteristic of possessive pronouns?

They always use apostrophes

They only use apostrophes when replacing nouns

They never use apostrophes (correct)

They only use apostrophes when used as adjectives

What is the correct way to use the possessive pronoun 'hers' in a sentence?

The cat is hers (correct)

The cat is her's

The cat belongs to hers

The cat is hers'

What is the difference between 'its' and 'it's'?

<p>'Its' is a possessive pronoun, and 'it's' is a contraction of 'it is'</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can possessive pronouns be used as in a sentence?

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Study Notes

Apostrophes of Possession: Possessive Pronouns

What are Possessive Pronouns?

Words that show ownership or possession
Replace nouns in a sentence
Examples: mine, yours, his, hers, its, ours, theirs

Characteristics of Possessive Pronouns

Do not use apostrophes
Already show possession, so no additional apostrophes are needed
Can be used as adjectives or pronouns

Examples of Possessive Pronouns in Sentences

This book is mine. (adjective)
That is yours. (pronoun)
The cat is hers. (adjective)
The car is theirs. (adjective)

Key Points to Remember

Possessive pronouns do not use apostrophes
They already show possession, so no additional apostrophes are needed
Can be used as adjectives or pronouns

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Test your understanding of possessive pronouns, their characteristics, and how they are used in sentences. Learn when to use apostrophes and how to identify possessive pronouns in grammar. This quiz is perfect for English language learners and grammar enthusiasts!