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Types of nouns 1
A quiz on the different types of nouns found in EnglishThere are many different types of nouns: proper, common, concrete, abstract, countable, non-countable, collective, verbal and compound. See if you can identify the types of nouns shown in square brackets in the sentences below.1. The [Rideau Canal] is a Unesco World Heritage Site.common nounproper nounabstract noun2. The Canal connects two [cities]: Ottawa and Kingston.common nounnon-countable nouncompound noun3. The Rideau Canal was built for military and commercial [purposes].concrete nounnon-countable nounabstract noun4. To commemorate the workers who died during the [building] of the Canal, the Rideau Canal Celtic Cross memorial was erected along the canal route in Ottawa.collective nounverbal nouncompound noun5. The monument is also dedicated to the [families] of the workers.collective nounnon-countable nounabstract noun6. During winter, approximately eight kilometres of the Canal becomes a [skateway].proper nounabstract nouncompound noun7. [Malaria] was endemic in Ontario during the construction of the canal.non-countable nouncountable nounproper noun8. The Rideau Waterway was designated a Canadian Heritage River in the [year] 2000.countable nounnon-countable nounconcrete noun9. The [locks] of the Rideau Canal are still operated the way they were in 1832, when the Canal was first built.concrete nounabstract nouncollective nounSource: Quizzes on the Language Portal of Canada
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Countable and uncountable nouns: Let us count the ways
An English-language quiz on countable and uncountable nouns.In English, nouns are "countable" or "uncountable." Countable nouns refer to things and concepts that can be counted, like two hours, five puppies and twenty geraniums. Uncountable nouns refer to things and concepts that cannot be counted, such as luggage, information or courage.In the following sentences, identify whether the nouns in square brackets are countable or uncountable.1. The only pieces of [furniture] in the room were a table and a chair.countableuncountable2. Many advances in medical [technology] were made in the late twentieth century.countableuncountable3. I heard a strange [noise] coming from the attic last night.countableuncountable4. The local animal shelter is offering free [rabies] vaccines today.countableuncountable5. Would you like a [chocolate] with or without filling?countableuncountable6. Harold brought a soft [cheese] with a slightly nutty taste.countableuncountable7. The men's [gymnastics] competition was included in the Olympic Games in the late nineteenth century.countableuncountableSource: Quizzes on the Language Portal of Canada
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Plurals of compounds
An English-language quiz on plurals of compounds.Take this quiz to test your knowledge of plural compounds.1. The could not convince their clients to settle out of court.attorneys-at-lawsattornies-at-lawattorneys-at-law2. "The from this project will be exponential," said the CEO.spinsoffspinoffsspinsoffs3. During her trip to Thailand, Marilyn was grateful for her .layoverslaysoverslaysover4. The new recruits are real .goes-gettergo-gettersgos-getters5. A crowd of had gathered at the scene.lookers-onlooker-onslookers-ons6. As the firefighters were called to the scene, they saw many .flares-upflares-upsflare-ups7. There are several to the Queen of England.aides-de-campsaide-de-campsaides-de-campSource: Quizzes on the Language Portal of Canada
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Countable and uncountable nouns
An English-language quiz on countable and uncountable nouns.In English, nouns are "countable" or "uncountable." Countable nouns refer to things and concepts that can be counted, like two hours, five puppies and twenty geraniums. Uncountable nouns refer to things and concepts that cannot be counted, such as luggage, information or courage.In the following sentences, identify whether the nouns in square brackets are countable or uncountable.1. Mad cow disease is in the [news] again.countableuncountable2. Recent studies have shown that [people] like to talk about themselves.countableuncountable3. Akiko used two sheets of [paper] to make an origami butterfly.countableuncountable4. Uncle Rodney added too much [cauliflower] to the stir-fry dish.countableuncountable5. The bride's henna tattoo is a beautiful [work] of art.countableuncountable6. Before starting his shift, the teller carefully counted all the [money] in his drawer.countableuncountable7. Bailey won't eat anything but organic [chicken] when she goes out for dinner.countableuncountable8. [Economics] is a popular major at certain universities.countableuncountable9. Jane had a great [time] at the party last night. countableuncountable10. Getting through [customs] can take a long time.countableuncountableSource: Quizzes on the Language Portal of Canada
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Countable and uncountable nouns: To count or not to count
An English-language quiz on countable and uncountable nouns.In English, nouns are "countable" or "uncountable." Countable nouns refer to things and concepts that can be counted, like two hours, five puppies and twenty geraniums. Uncountable nouns refer to things and concepts that cannot be counted, such as luggage, information or courage.In the following sentences, identify whether the nouns in square brackets are countable or uncountable.1. Uncle Bert ordered [spaghetti] and meatballs for dinner.countableuncountable2. Waiter! There’s a [hair] in my soup!countableuncountable3. We cancelled our holidays because the baby came down with the [measles].countableuncountable4. Vivian failed to see the [humour] of the situation.countableuncountable5. Angelo washed down his doughnut with a large [coffee].countableuncountable6. Valerie—a chronic insomniac—always feels better whenever she gets enough [sleep].countableuncountable7. Do you know how to play [billiards]?countableuncountableSource: Quizzes on the Language Portal of Canada
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Review exercise: Parts of speech
Identify the part of speech of the highlighted word in each of the following sentences.1. The clown chased a dog around the ring and then fell flat on her face. verb noun pronoun adjective adverb preposition conjunction interjection 2. The geese indolently waddled across the intersection. verb noun pronoun adjective adverb preposition conjunction interjection 3. Yikes! I’m late for work. verb noun pronoun adjective adverb preposition conjunction…Source: HyperGrammar 2 (basics of English grammar)
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Types of nouns 2
An English-language quiz on the different types of nouns found in English.There are many different types of nouns: proper, common, concrete, abstract, countable, non-countable, collective, verbal and compound. See if you can identify the types of nouns shown in square brackets in the sentences below.1. The neighbours got together to set off firecrackers for [Canada Day].common nounproper nouncollective noun2. David Lang, the [boy] who lost his dog, was inconsolable.common nounproper nouncollective noun3. Certain fundamental [rights] and [freedoms] are guaranteed under Canadian law.abstract nouncollective nounverbal noun4. Marlene enjoys [singing] in her church choir.proper nouncountable nounverbal noun5. Mrs. Wong’s music [class] won an award at the festival.non-countable nouncollective nouncompound noun6. The [footprints] led away from the [riverbank] towards the [highway].abstract nouncollective nouncompound noun7. The recipe calls for a cup of [sugar].abstract nouncountable nounnon-countable noun8. One thin [dime] won’t buy a cup of coffee anymore.collective nouncountable nouncompound noun9. [Marise] absent-mindedly stuck the [cheque] into the [book] she was reading.concrete nounabstract nounverbal nounSource: Quizzes on the Language Portal of Canada
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