π Topic Summary
A possessive noun shows who or what owns something. It's usually formed by adding an apostrophe and an 's' ('s) to the end of the noun. For plural nouns that already end in 's', you usually just add an apostrophe ('). Reading comprehension helps us understand the meaning of a text. Combining these skills makes reading more engaging and meaningful!
π Part A: Vocabulary
Match the following terms with their definitions:
- Noun
- Possessive
- Apostrophe
- Comprehension
- Ownership
Definitions:
- The act of understanding something.
- A punctuation mark (').
- Showing who or what owns something.
- A word that names a person, place, thing, or idea.
- The state or fact of owning something.
Match the term to its definition (e.g., 1-D, 2-C, etc.)
βοΈ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Read the paragraph below and fill in the blanks with the correct possessive noun. Use the words in parentheses.
The (dog) ________ bone was buried in the backyard. (Mary) ________ favorite color is blue. We visited the (Smiths) ________ house yesterday. The (children) ________ toys were scattered all over the floor. The (teacher) ________ desk was very organized.
π€ Part C: Critical Thinking
Imagine you found a lost puppy. Write a short paragraph describing what you would do to find the puppy's owner, using at least three possessive nouns.