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Words in English can be classified into ______ classes.
Words in English can be classified into ______ classes.
eight
The second part of speech is ______.
The second part of speech is ______.
Pronouns
The part of speech that expresses action is called a ______.
The part of speech that expresses action is called a ______.
verb
An example of a part of speech that describes a noun is an ______.
An example of a part of speech that describes a noun is an ______.
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______ words are used to connect clauses or sentences.
______ words are used to connect clauses or sentences.
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Study Notes
Parts of Speech in English
- English has a vast vocabulary, with approximately 170,000 words.
- Despite the vast number of words, they can be categorized into eight main parts of speech:
- Nouns
- Pronouns
- Verbs
- Adjectives
- Adverbs
- Prepositions
- Conjunctions
- Interjections
- To determine a word's part of speech, examine its use within a sentence.
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Description
This quiz explores the eight main parts of speech in English. Each category plays a crucial role in sentence structure and meaning. Test your understanding and application of nouns, verbs, adjectives, and more!
