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.
2. Recent studies have shown that [people] like to talk about themselves.
3. Akiko used two sheets of [paper] to make an origami butterfly.
4. Uncle Rodney added too much [cauliflower] to the stir-fry dish.
5. The bride's henna tattoo is a beautiful [work] of art.
6. Before starting his shift, the teller carefully counted all the [money] in his drawer.
7. Bailey won't eat anything but organic [chicken] when she goes out for dinner.
8. [Economics] is a popular major at certain universities.
9. Jane had a great [time] at the party last night.
10. Getting through [customs] can take a long time.