Yes, the rule is correct, but I don't think "Alex" has an "s" or a "z" sound at the end. It is a "cks" sound, or "ex" sound. Therefore, it would be Alex's pen, or Alex's answer.
Now there are exceptions for ancient names and for owner preference...but I don't want to confuse you...Bob.
I cant really gove you an answer,but what I can give you is a way to a solution, that is you have to find the anglde that you relate to or peaks your interest. A good paper is one that people get drawn into because it reaches them ln some way.As for me WW11 to me, I think of the holocaust and the effect it had on the survivors, their families and those who stood by and did nothing until it was too late.