basic word classes and meanings Flashcards
(19 cards)
What is a noun?
A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea.
True or False: Verbs describe actions or states of being.
True
Fill in the blank: An __________ is a word that modifies a noun.
adjective
What type of word connects clauses or sentences?
conjunction
Identify the word class: ‘quickly’ in the sentence ‘She ran quickly.’
adverb
Which of the following is a pronoun? a) cat b) he c) quickly
b) he
What is the primary function of an adjective?
To describe or modify a noun.
True or False: Adverbs can only modify verbs.
False
Fill in the blank: A __________ is a word that expresses an action.
verb
What is the role of conjunctions in a sentence?
To connect words, phrases, or clauses.
Identify the word class: ‘freedom’ in the sentence ‘Freedom is essential.’
noun
Which of the following is an example of an adverb? a) blue b) silently c) happiness
b) silently
What type of word takes the place of a noun?
pronoun
True or False: Articles are a type of adjective.
True
Fill in the blank: An __________ is a word that shows the relationship between a noun and other words.
preposition
What is the difference between a coordinating conjunction and a subordinating conjunction?
Coordinating conjunctions connect equal parts, while subordinating conjunctions connect dependent clauses to independent clauses.
Identify the word class: ‘the’ in the sentence ‘The dog barked.’
article
Which of the following sentences contains a verb? a) The cat sleeps. b) The tall tree. c) She is beautiful.
a) The cat sleeps.
What is a collective noun?
A noun that represents a group of individuals or things.
