29 Questions
Which word can be classified as a noun based on the given text?
actor
In the sentence 'The mayor seems alright,' why is 'mayor' classified as a noun?
It can have an article before it
Why is 'fat' not classified as a noun in the sentence '*The fat seem alright'?
It does not typically occur with adjectives or articles
Which of the following words is NOT a noun based on the examples provided?
seem
Based on the text, which word could potentially be identified as a noun due to its ending?
adulthood
Why is 'electrocute' not classified as a noun?
'a' cannot be placed before it
What is the role of an adjective?
Describe a noun
How does an adjective inflect to show the comparative form?
Append -er at the end
When showing the superlative form, which ending do adjectives that use -er for comparison also take?
Take -est at the end
What form does a possessive noun take?
Add an apostrophe followed by -s
If a noun is in both the subject and object roles, what form does it take for possessive?
Add an apostrophe followed by -s
Which skill is considered the communication skill used most often in the assimilation of information according to Norris (1993)?
Listening
Why is successful listening difficult to measure compared to written and spoken evidence?
It relies on the listener's decoding skills.
Which skill can help improve speaking skills when practiced more?
Listening
What is the first listening skill taught, as mentioned in the text?
Recognizing the need for more information
Why is it suggested to make a decision to do more outside of class this semester?
To enhance both receptive and productive skills
What is essential for effective listening, according to the text?
Understanding the purpose of a message
Which of the following is correctly capitalized according to the provided text?
death of a salesman
What type of words are generally capitalized when referring to geographical regions or structures?
major words
Which of the following is correctly capitalized according to the rules provided?
independence day
What punctuation mark is used to separate independent clauses in a sentence?
; (semicolon)
Which of the following is an example where correct capitalization is applied?
the renaissance
In names of religions and holy writings, which part of speech should have their first letters capitalized?
all major words
What is the main difference between transitive active verbs and transitive passive verbs?
The subject of the sentence in transitive passive verbs is the receiver of the action.
Which major word class does 'charity' belong to according to the text?
Noun
In terms of inflection, what does the example 'tiger/tigress' illustrate?
Attachment to reflect gender
What does the possessive 's ('s) attachment indicate for a noun according to the text?
Possession
How does a transitive passive verb differ from an intransitive verb?
Intransitive verbs have the receiver as the subject.
'The house was demolished.' What type of voice is this sentence written in?
Passive voice
Test your knowledge on the development of receptive skills and how they can impact productive skills positively. This quiz covers topics such as reading, listening, and their relation to writing and speaking skills.
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