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Parts of Speech Quiz

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1. I bought a beautiful dress at the mall.

2. What did she ask you to do?

3. I left my shoes under the kitchen table.

4. If we finish our work quickly we can go to the movies.

5. On Saturdays I work from nine to five.

6. I want to go to a university in the United States.

7. I'm sure I've met your girlfriend before.

8. Well , I don't think I'll be home before 6.

9. Andy knocked on the door but nobody answered.

10. After lunch let's go out for a coffee.

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Use this parts of speech quiz to test yourself or test your students.  You'll find four parts to this quiz. The answers are at the bottom of the page. Good luck!

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Part 1. Identify & Label

Directions: Label the part of speech for each word in bold.

Example: (1) Mary Lennox = (proper) noun

If you just wrote noun for the answer, that is good, too. Whenever possible, I like to be more descriptive, but if you just have the part of speech, that's okay! Answers are at the bottom of the page.

Part 2. Matching Definitions

Directions: Match the part of speech to the correct definition.

Example: 1. Pronouns = H. Words that take the place of nouns

Answers are at the bottom of the page.

Part 3. Choose the Right Part of Speech

Directions: For the words in bold, choose the correct part of speech from the choices listed in a and b .

Example: 1. yellow = b. adjective

Part 4. Choose the Right Word

Directions: Choose the correct word to fill in the blank from the choices listed in a and b.

Example 1. I am doing __ b. well _ __.

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Identifying Parts of Speech Quiz

Level:  Pre-Intermediate / Intermediate 

In this identifying parts of speech quiz you have to choose which part of speech the word highlighted in green is. 

Learn about each of these parts of speech if you are not already familiar with them.

These are the  8 parts of speech :

• Preposition
• Interjection
• Conjunction

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Choose which part of speech the highlighted word is.

Adjectives describe or modify nouns and pronouns. This word is describing the earrings, so it’s an adjective.

Interjections show excitement or emotion and are not connected to the rest of the sentence. Wow is showing amazement or surprise at the score someone has got.

Prepositions show the relationship between nouns or pronouns and other words or elements in the sentence. In this case it is the relationship between the baby and where it crawled to.

Adverbs modify verbs, nouns, and other adverbs. This is modifying the verb packed.

This is an adjective again and it is describing the noun time.

Verbs show actions or states of being. There is no subject in this sentence as it is a command / instruction, so the first word is the verb.

Conjunctions join two or more words, phrases, or clauses together. This subordinating conjunction is joining two clauses.

Pronouns replace nouns. We is replacing the people the speaker is referring to.

A noun specifies people, places, things, or ideas. This noun is a thing, music.

This is a correlative conjunction.

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An (One) article is an adjective.

The (Three) articles are adjectives.

Article without an article is just another noun. cricketwes +2 Level 57 May 29, 2016 Since when has ANYONE called a connective (e.g. 'and', 'so', etc.) a conjunction? I have never heard anyone call it that. Please accept 'connective' as a valid type-in trebek +18 Level 70 May 29, 2016 Since forever and always and everyone but you calls it a conjunction. I'm pretty good with English grammar and have never heard the term connective used to describe a part of speech. Maybe you subconsciously made up the term? happyviolinist1 +2 Level 30 Jul 4, 2016 You are Incorrect. Conjunction, Connective and Connector all mean the exact same. All my class teachers usually used connective as it is easier to say. Quizley +5 Level 66 May 29, 2016 By your name, I'm guessing you're not from the United States, as cricket is not all that popular in the U.S. Thus, you would naturally not be familiar with American nomenclature. "Conjunction" is the near ubiquitous, if not absolutely ubiquitous, name for that part of speech in the U.S. Findlay +9 Level 82 Jun 2, 2016 Yeah, I'm Australian and 'conjunction' is the only term I've ever encountered in schooling and beyond. Given that other commenters from the US and UK have also said they've only heard conjunction, I'm not wholly sure where in the English-speaking world this connective business is coming from. Any Kiwis, Canadians or Irish want to weigh in? jmellor13 +10 Level 67 May 31, 2016 I have never heard it called anything but a conjunction. Perhaps you've heard the 70's anthem "Conjunction Junction"?

"Conjunction Junction, what's your function? Hooking up words and phrases and clauses. Conjunction Junction, what's their function? I've got 'and,' 'but,' and 'or,' they'll get you pretty far..." lucd13 +2 Level 69 Jun 1, 2016 I live in Australia and I've never heard of connectives. I was taught Conjunctions and no alternative term. I'll never forget my FANBOYS. mightythor +9 Level 66 Feb 20, 2017 Conjunction Junction

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Parts Of Speech Quiz! Test Your Parts Of Speech Grammar Knowledge

Welcome to our interactive Parts of Speech Quiz, designed to challenge and enhance your understanding of grammar! If you're intrigued by language and its nuances, this quiz is tailor-made for you. Whether you're a language enthusiast or just aiming to sharpen your grammar skills, this quiz is an excellent opportunity. Dive into a series of thought-provoking questions that cover nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, pronouns, conjunctions, prepositions, and interjections. Explore the intricacies of how words function within sentences. From identifying the role of a word in a sentence to grasping its grammatical purpose, this quiz will put your knowledge to the Read more test. Do you know when to use "affect" versus "effect"? Can you differentiate between a transitive and intransitive verb? Put your expertise to the test and see if you can achieve a perfect score! Don't worry if you're uncertain about certain aspects; each question is followed by detailed explanations, making this not just a quiz but also a learning opportunity. Ready to challenge yourself? Take the Parts of Speech Quiz now and solidify your grasp of grammar concepts. Remember, practice makes perfect!

Parts Of Speech Grammar Questions and Answers

What part of speech describes a noun or pronoun and gives answers to the questions which one(s)? How many/much? Or what kind(s)?

Preposition

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Which part of speech expresses a mild or sudden burst of emotion? Examples are wow! or no.

Interjection

I went hiking with Paul and ___________ (he, him).

The underlined word in the given sentence is what part of speech? The girls went inside to have dinner.

What kind of punctuation are mild interjections followed by?

Exclamation point

Interjections with a sudden burst of emotion have what kind of punctuation?

How many prepositional phrases are in the following sentence? During the month of July, we went on a trip with our buddies to London.

Four questions that adverbs can answer?

Who? When? Where? Why?

When? Where? How? Why?

When? Where? To what extent/degree? What?

To what extent/degree? When? Where? How?

When? Where? To what extent/degree? Why?

What are the three questions that adjectives can answer?

Who? What? When? Where?

Who? What kind? To what extent/degree?

Which one? What kind? To what extent/degree

Which one? What kind? How many?

Which one? How many? Why?

How many adjectives and articles are there in the following sentence? The blue car roared around the narrow corner and hit an old oak tree.  

What is the part of speech for the word "quickly" in the sentence: "she ran quickly to catch the bus.".

Adverb 

Identify the part of speech for the word "cat" in the sentence: "The fluffy cat chased a butterfly."

Choose the correct part of speech for the word "and" in the sentence: "she likes to read books and write stories.".

Conjunction

What is the part of speech for the word "happy" in the sentence: "The happy children played in the park."

Adjective 

Identify the part of speech for the word "to" in the sentence: "She went to the store to buy some groceries."

Infinitive marker

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Parts of Speech Quiz for Practice

Explore the world of parts of speech with an insightful quiz practice to help and grasp these fundamental English grammatical elements.

Language serves as a bridge connecting our thoughts to others, and parts of speech are the building blocks that construct this bridge. They categorize words into distinct groups, each carrying a specific role within a sentence.

Nouns are the bedrock of any sentence. They are words that represent people, places, things, or ideas. Without nouns, sentences would lack substance and direction.

Verbs bring life to a sentence. They depict actions, occurrences, or states of being. Without verbs, sentences would stand still, devoid of movement and vitality.

Adjectives and Adverbs:

The Adjectives and adverbs sprinkle color and depth into sentences. Adjectives describe nouns, while adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. They elevate the richness of language.

Pronouns are linguistic chameleons, replacing nouns to avoid repetition. They streamline communication and enhance sentence flow.

Conjunctions:

Conjunctions are the connectors that link words, phrases, or clauses. They contribute to sentence coherence and indicate relationships between different elements.

Prepositions:

Prepositions clarify the spatial and temporal relationships between words in a sentence. They offer context and direction, allowing us to understand the intended meaning.

Interjections:

Interjections convey emotions, often appearing in exclamatory phrases. They add a human touch to language, expressing surprise, joy, or other sentiments.

Testing Your Knowledge with Parts of Speech Quiz

Now that we’ve explored the basics, it’s time to put your knowledge to the test. Take our interactive quiz and reinforce your understanding of parts of speech .

Parts of Speech Quiz

Hurrah!  we have won the match. ( Choose the parts of speech of the bold word)

Wow! India won the match. (Name parts of speech of the underlined word)

He did something noble. ( Find out Verb from the following sentence )

Jawaharlal Nehru was fond of children. ( Choose the parts of speech of the bold word)

Obey your teacher or you may fail. ( Find out Conjunction from the following sentence.)

I have given my friend a pen. ( Choose the parts of speech of the bold word)

He is poor but honest. ( Choose the parts of speech of the bold word)

Please put the milk and the eggs on the table. ( Choose the parts of speech of the bold word)

Rita is tall and thin. (Choose the parts of speech of the underlined word)

I have heard this news.  (Name parts of speech of the underlined word)

I came early this morning. ( Choose the parts of speech of the bold word)

John is sick but he is going to school. ( Choose the parts of speech of the bold word)

Nazrul was a rebel poet. (Name parts of speech of the underlined word)

The axe slipped into the river.  ( Find out Preposition from the following sentence.)

My father will come today from Kolkata. ( Choose the parts of speech of the bold word)

The lazy boy was sleeping. ( Choose the parts of speech of the bold word)

Love is a wonderful emotion.  (Name parts of speech of the underlined word)

It is I who caged the bird yesterday.  (Name parts of speech of the underlined word)

The woman has many storybooks. ( Find out Adjective from the following sentence )

Always speak the truth. ( Find out Adverbs from the following sentence.)

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Benefits of Regular Parts of Speech Quiz Practice

Regularly practicing parts of speech identification sharpens your linguistic abilities. Over time, you’ll develop an innate sense of how words interact within sentences.

In the grand tapestry of language, parts of speech are the threads that weave meaning and understanding. By mastering these fundamental elements, you become a more adept communicator, capable of expressing yourself with precision and artistry.

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Fun Parts Of Speech Quiz (With Free PDF)

Try this parts of speech quiz and see how well you can name the different parts of speech in English. There are 10 questions and each question will show you a sentence with a particular part of speech underlined. You must then choose the correct part of speech from the answers provided.

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Parts Of Speech Quiz

I have an old car.

He is really tall, isn't he?

Your books are in your backpack.

If you study quietly we can play a game at the end of class.

After school, I usually study English from four to six o'clock.

I really love going to school .

Have we met before?

Well , I don't think I did well on that exam.

I called your phone but nobody answered.

Let's get some lunch before class.

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Some words are more than one part of speech. For example, cook is both a verb and a noun.

Noun: The cook is busy in the kitchen. Verb: I don't want to cook , let's go to a restaurant instead.

A verb is a word that describes an action, state or occurrence. He are some basic forms of  the verb walk.

She walks to work. – present simple tense (3rd person singular) She walked to work. – past simple tense She is walking to walk. – present continuous /gerund (-ing) She has walked to work. – present perfect She had worked to work. – past perfect

Nouns are words that are used to identify things, people and places.

He is a teacher . She lives in London . Did you see that boat ? Love is all you need.

The Pronoun

Pronouns are used to replace nouns.

Tom's mother gave him some money. He took it to the shop and bought some sweets. –  Tom is the noun. He is the pronoun which replaces Tom.

Don't tell me what to do. Where are you going? She is tall. It is in my car. Is this yours ? This is confusing! Who wrote this? Invite whomever you want. I will try and remind myself .

The Adjective

A word that gives us more information about a noun.

The green book. She's young . It's colder than I remember. – Comparative form He's the richest man in the world – Superlative form

A word or phrase that modifies the meaning of an adjective, verb, or other adverb.

She quickly changed her clothes. I really don’t understand. She called me yesterday . We sometimes go fishing.

The Preposition

Prepositions show us the relationship between a noun and another word in a sentence.

We lived in France. Your keys are on the table. We walked through the park.

The Conjunction

Conjunctions are used to join parts of sentences/ clauses together.

I had a shower and a shave. Let me know when you are ready to leave. We went to the beach because she loves swimming. Although we were tired, we stayed up late. I don't have much time, but I will help you anyway.

The Interjection

We use interjections to show strong emotions and feelings that occur suddenly.

Hey ! You are standing on my foot! Ah , now I understand. Eh ? What did she say? Ow ! That hurt!

Take a look at these sentences and  decide which is the correct form to use.

• 1) Today was a very ___ day. cold colder coldly
• 2) We'll have to ___ if we want to catch that bus. running run ran
• 3) It's OK to use that phone, it's ___. my I me mine
• 4) ___ was that man you were talking to? Why What When Who
• 5) I forgot my umbrella ___ I got wet. although because so
• 6) The resort opens ___ spring. in on at
• 7) ___ is a global problem. Poorly Poor Poverty
• 8) You speak English very ___. well beautiful good
• 9) When was the last time you ___? crying cried cry
• 10) She ___ made her presentation to the class. confident confidence confidently
• 11) Ask ___ what she thinks. her hers she
• 12) I ___ go to the pub on Friday night. am often quick had
• 13) We should take a taxi ___ it's more expensive. and even if whereas after

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