Possessive Case Quiz

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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 Read morethe 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.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    The jacket / that man

    • A.

      That man's jacket

    • B.

      That mans' jacket

    • C.

      Jacket of that man

    • D.

      None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. That man's jacket
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "that man's jacket" because it correctly shows possession. The phrase "that man's" indicates that the jacket belongs to the man in question.

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  • 2. 

    The garden / my friend

    • A.

      My friends' garden

    • B.

      My friend's garden

    • C.

      My friends garden

    • D.

      My friend's gardens'

    Correct Answer
    B. 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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  • 3. 

    The daughter / Charles

    • A.

      Charles' daughter

    • B.

      Charles's daughter

    • C.

      Charle's daughter

    • D.

      Both A and B

    Correct Answer
    D. 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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  • 4. 

    The newspaper / yesterday

    • A.

      Yesterday's newspaper

    • B.

      Yesterdays' newspaper

    • C.

      Yesterday newspapers'

    • D.

      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 birthday / my father

    • A.

      My father's birthday

    • B.

      My fathers' birthday

    • C.

      Birthday of my father

    • D.

      None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. My father's birthday
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "my father's birthday" because it correctly indicates that it is the birthday of the speaker's father. The possessive form "my father's" shows ownership, indicating that the birthday belongs to the father.

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  • 6. 

    The toys / the children

    • A.

      The childrens' toys

    • B.

      The children's toys

    • C.

      The children toys'

    • D.

      The children toy's

    Correct Answer
    B. 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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  • 7. 

    The new manager / the company

    • A.

      The company's new manager

    • B.

      The companies' new manager

    • C.

      New manager's company

    • D.

      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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  • 8. 

    The new managers / the companies

    • A.

      The company's new managers

    • B.

      The companies' new managers

    • C.

      New manager's companies

    • D.

      The companies of the new managers

    Correct Answer
    B. 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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  • 9. 

    The garden / our neighbours

    • A.

      Our neighbors' garden

    • B.

      Our neighbor's garden

    • C.

      Our neighbor garden's

    • D.

      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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  • 10. 

    The car / our neighbour

    • A.

      Our neighbors' car

    • B.

      Our neighbor's car

    • C.

      Our neighbor's cars'

    • D.

      Our neighbor car's

    Correct Answer
    B. 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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  • 11. 

    The wedding / Helen's friend

    • A.

      Helen friend's wedding

    • B.

      Helen's friends' wedding

    • C.

      Helen's friend's wedding

    • D.

      Helen's friend wedding

    • E.

      Helen's friend wedding

    Correct Answer
    C. Helen's friend's wedding
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Helen's friend's wedding." This answer correctly uses the possessive form to show that the wedding belongs to Helen's friend. The use of the apostrophe before the "s" indicates possession, and the word "wedding" is correctly spelled.

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  • 12. 

    The house / my uncle

    • A.

      My uncle's house

    • B.

      My uncles' house

    • C.

      My uncles house

    • D.

      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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  • 13. 

    The party / my friend

    • A.

      My friends' party

    • B.

      My friend party

    • C.

      My friend's party

    • D.

      My friends' party's

    Correct Answer
    C. 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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  • 14. 

    The tire / the car

    • A.

      The car tire

    • B.

      The car's tire

    • C.

      The cars' tire

    • D.

      The car tire

    Correct Answer
    B. The car's tire
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "the car’s tire." The apostrophe and the letter "s" indicate that the tire belongs to the car.

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  • 15. 

    The daughter / my friend

    • A.

      My friends' daughter

    • B.

      My friend's daughters'

    • C.

      My friend's daughter

    • D.

      None of the above

    Correct Answer
    C. 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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Heather Baxter |BSc |
K-12 English Expert
Heather is an educator, with four years of teaching experience. Heather 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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