English Language: 11 Word Classes Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is a noun?

A word used to identify a person, class, or thing. (correct)

A word that names an attribute of a noun.

A modifying word that determines the kind of reference a noun has.

A conjunction placed between words of equal rank.

What does an adjective do?

It modifies the meaning of a verb.

It introduces a subordinating clause.

It names an attribute of a noun. (correct)

It expresses necessity or possibility.

What do modal verbs express?

Necessity or possibility.

What is a coordinating conjunction?

A conjunction placed between words, phrases, or clauses of equal rank. Signup and view all the answers

What does a subordinating conjunction do?

Introduces a subordinating clause. Signup and view all the answers

What does an adverb modify?

A verb Signup and view all the answers

What is a determiner?

A modifying word that determines the kind of reference a noun has. Signup and view all the answers

What is an interjection?

An exclamation or abrupt interruption. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a preposition?

It governs and usually precedes a noun or pronoun. Signup and view all the answers

What is a pronoun?

A word that refers to participants or someone else. Signup and view all the answers

What is an auxiliary verb?

It is used in forming the tenses, moods, and voices of other verbs. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Word Classes in English

Noun: Identifies a person, class, or thing; can refer to specific entities or general categories.
Adjective: Describes an attribute or quality of a noun; enhances noun meaning.
Modal Verb: Indicates necessity or possibility; examples include must, shall, will, should, and would.
Coordinating Conjunction: Connects words, phrases, clauses, or sentences of equal rank; common examples include and, but, or.
Subordinating Conjunction: Introduces a subordinate clause, providing a dependent relationship; examples include although and because.
Adverb: Modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs; commonly expresses manner, place, and time.
Determiner: Modifies nouns to specify reference; examples include a, the, and every.
Interjection: Represents an abrupt remark or exclamation; examples include "ah!" and "dear me!".
Preposition: Governs and precedes a noun or pronoun, expressing a relationship to another word; examples include "on," "after," and "in."
Pronoun: Replaces nouns to refer to participants or things, such as I, you, she, and it.
Auxiliary Verb: Assists in forming verb tenses, moods, and voices; primary examples include be, do, and have.

Description

This quiz features flashcards for the eleven word classes in the English language. Each card provides a definition and an example, aiding in understanding the role of nouns, adjectives, modal verbs, and conjunctions among others. Perfect for students looking to enhance their linguistic knowledge.