NOUNS/PRONOUNS
What is a noun?
A word that names a person, place, thing, or idea.
What is a verb?
A verb is a word that describes an action or state of being.
What is an adjective?
An adjective is a word that describes a noun.
What is a preposition?
A preposition is a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence.
What is a conjunction?
A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences (e.g., "and," "but").
What is the difference between a common noun and a proper noun?
Common nouns refer to general items (e.g., city), while proper nouns name specific ones (e.g., New York).
What is the main verb in the sentence: "She runs every day"?
Main verb is "runs."
Give an example of a comparative adjective.
Example: "taller," "smarter."
Name three prepositions.
Examples: "in," "on," "at."
Provide an example of a coordinating conjunction.
Example: "and," "but," "or."
How do collective nouns function?
What is the difference between transitive and intransitive verbs?
Transitive verbs require an object (e.g., "He kicked the ball."); intransitive verbs do not (e.g., "He sleeps.").
How do adjectives enhance nouns?
Adjectives provide details about nouns (e.g., "The red car" describes the noun "car").
What is the function of a prepositional phrase?
A prepositional phrase includes a preposition and its object, providing additional context (e.g., "in the house").
Explain the difference between subordinating and coordinating conjunctions.
Subordinating conjunctions introduce dependent clauses; coordinating conjunctions connect equal parts.
What are abstract nouns? Give an example.
Abstract nouns represent ideas or concepts (e.g., love, freedom).
Identify the verb tense in "He has been studying."
The tense is present perfect (has been studying).
How do adjectives agree with nouns in gender and number?
Adjectives must agree in number and gender (e.g., "la casa blanca" vs. "los coches blancos" in Spanish).
Rewrite this sentence to include a prepositional phrase: "The dog barked."
Example: "The dog barked in the yard."
Create a sentence using at least two conjunctions.
Example: "I wanted to go to the park, but it started to rain."
Create a compound noun and use it in a sentence.
Example: "toothbrush" (a compound noun).
Explain the role of adverbs in modifying verbs.
Adverbs modify verbs (e.g., "She runs quickly"), providing more information about how an action is performed.
Compare adjectives and adverbs.
Adjectives describe nouns; adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs.
Describe how prepositions can indicate time.
Prepositions can indicate time (e.g., "at noon," "before dinner").
Analyze this sentence: "Neither the cat nor the dog is allowed on the couch."
The sentence demonstrates a compound subject connected by "nor."