Module 2: English Grammar Exam Quiz!
Module 2: English Grammar Exam Quiz focuses on classifying nouns as countable, uncountable, or both. It tests understanding of basic grammatical structures, enhancing learners' comprehension of English noun usage.
Questions and Answers
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Complete the list fill in the columns if the NOUN is COUNTABLE, UNCOUNTABLE, or BOTH. Sugar
- A.
Countable
- B.
Uncountable
- C.
Both
Correct Answer
B. UncountableExplanation
Sugar is classified as uncountable because it cannot be easily separated into individual units or counted. It is typically measured or used in terms of quantity rather than specific units. For example, we might say "a spoonful of sugar" or "a cup of sugar" rather than "one sugar" or "two sugars." Therefore, sugar falls under the category of uncountable nouns.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Puebla is famous ____ its delicious "Mole"
- A.
Of
- B.
For
- C.
From
- D.
By
Correct Answer
B. ForExplanation
The correct answer is "for". This is because the sentence is expressing that Puebla is famous for its delicious "Mole". The preposition "for" is commonly used to indicate the reason or cause of something, in this case, the reason for Puebla's fame is its delicious "Mole".Rate this question:
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- 3.
Nowadays, most "piñatas" are made _____ carton
- A.
By
- B.
For
- C.
Of
- D.
From
Correct Answer
C. OfExplanation
The word "of" is the correct answer because it is used to show the material or substance from which something is made. In this case, the sentence is saying that most "piñatas" are made of carton, indicating that carton is the material used to create piñatas.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Do you have _____ food for all of us?
- A.
Enough
- B.
Too
Correct Answer
A. EnoughExplanation
The word "enough" is the correct answer because it fits grammatically and semantically in the sentence. The speaker is asking if there is a sufficient amount of food for everyone present. The word "too" would not make sense in this context as it implies an excessive amount of food, which is not what the speaker is asking. Therefore, "enough" is the appropriate word to use in this sentence.Rate this question:
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- 5.
This cake is _____ sweet for me!
- A.
Enough
- B.
Too
Correct Answer
B. TooExplanation
The word "too" is the correct answer because it indicates that the cake is excessively sweet for the speaker's taste. It suggests that the sweetness level of the cake exceeds their preference or tolerance.Rate this question:
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- 6.
How ___ apples did you buy?
- A.
Much
- B.
Many
Correct Answer
B. ManyExplanation
The word "many" is the correct answer because it is used to ask about the quantity of countable nouns, such as apples. "Much" is used for uncountable nouns, so it would be incorrect in this context.Rate this question:
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- 7.
How ___ do you weigh?
- A.
Much
- B.
Many
Correct Answer
A. MuchExplanation
The word "weigh" refers to measuring the mass of an object. In this context, "much" is the correct word to use because it is used to quantify mass or weight. "Many" is used to quantify countable nouns, not weight. Therefore, "much" is the appropriate word to complete the question.Rate this question:
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- 8.
How ___ does it cost to fly to America?
- A.
Much
- B.
Many
Correct Answer
A. MuchExplanation
The correct answer is "much" because the question is asking about the cost of flying to America, which is a non-countable noun. "Much" is used to quantify non-countable nouns, while "many" is used for countable nouns.Rate this question:
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- 9.
How ___ brothers and sisters do you have?
- A.
Much
- B.
Many
Correct Answer
B. ManyExplanation
The word "many" is the correct answer because it is used to quantify countable nouns, such as "brothers and sisters." In this question, we are asking for the number of siblings, which can be counted individually. Therefore, we use "many" instead of "much," which is used for uncountable nouns.Rate this question:
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- 10.
How ___times a day do you brush your teeth?
- A.
Much
- B.
Many
Correct Answer
B. ManyExplanation
The word "many" is used to describe countable nouns, such as "times." In this question, "times" is a countable noun because it refers to the number of times someone brushes their teeth. Therefore, the correct answer is "many" as it correctly matches with the countable noun "times."Rate this question:
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- 11.
How ___ was your computer?
- A.
Much
- B.
Many
Correct Answer
A. MuchExplanation
The correct answer is "much" because the question is asking about the degree or extent of something, in this case, the level of how "your computer" was. "Much" is used to describe non-countable nouns, such as the overall performance or condition of a computer. "Many" is used for countable nouns, which would not be appropriate in this context.Rate this question:
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- 12.
How ___ photos did you take?
- A.
Much
- B.
Many
Correct Answer
B. ManyExplanation
The correct answer for this question is "many" because the word "photos" is countable and can be quantified. Therefore, we use "many" to ask about the quantity of countable nouns.Rate this question:
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- 13.
How ___ water did he drink?
- A.
Much
- B.
Many
Correct Answer
A. MuchExplanation
The correct answer is "much" because "much" is used to ask about the quantity of uncountable nouns, such as water. "Many" is used to ask about the quantity of countable nouns.Rate this question:
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- 14.
How ___ people did you invite?
- A.
Much
- B.
Many
Correct Answer
B. ManyExplanation
The word "many" is the correct answer because it is used to ask about the number of people invited. "Much" is used for uncountable nouns, while "many" is used for countable nouns. Since "people" is a countable noun, "many" is the appropriate word to use in this question.Rate this question:
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- 15.
How ___ mistakes did you make on the test?
- A.
Much
- B.
Many
Correct Answer
B. ManyExplanation
The word "many" is the correct answer because it is used to describe countable nouns, such as "mistakes." In this question, we are asking about the number of mistakes made on the test, which can be quantified. Therefore, "many" is the appropriate word to indicate a large number of mistakes.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Paper
- A.
Countable
- B.
Uncountable
Correct Answer
B. UncountableExplanation
The word "paper" is classified as uncountable because it refers to a substance or material that cannot be easily counted or measured. It is typically used as a mass noun to describe sheets or pieces of paper, rather than individual units. Uncountable nouns do not have a plural form and cannot be used with numbers or articles like "a" or "an". In this case, "paper" is considered uncountable because it represents a general concept or material rather than a specific quantity or number of papers.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Apple
- A.
Countable
- B.
Uncountable
Correct Answer
A. CountableExplanation
The word "apple" is a countable noun because it can be easily counted and pluralized. We can say "one apple" or "two apples".Rate this question:
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- 18.
Biscuit
- A.
Countable
- B.
Uncountable
Correct Answer
A. CountableExplanation
The word "biscuit" is countable because it refers to a specific item that can be counted individually. Each biscuit can be counted as one unit, and multiple biscuits can be counted as a specific number. Therefore, "countable" is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Chocolate
- A.
Countable
- B.
Uncountable
Correct Answer
B. UncountableExplanation
Chocolate is considered uncountable because it refers to a substance or a mass rather than individual pieces. It cannot be easily separated into distinct units. We can say "I would like some chocolate" but not "I would like one chocolate."Rate this question:
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- 20.
Coffee
- A.
Countable
- B.
Uncountable
Correct Answer
B. UncountableExplanation
Coffee is considered uncountable because it is a substance or a type of drink that cannot be easily divided into separate units. It is typically measured in terms of volume or weight rather than individual units. You cannot say "one coffee" or "two coffees" in the same way you would say "one cup of coffee" or "two cups of coffee". Therefore, coffee is classified as uncountable.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Egg
- A.
Countable
- B.
Uncountable
Correct Answer
A. CountableExplanation
The word "egg" is countable because it refers to a specific unit or individual item that can be counted. Each egg can be counted as one, two, three, and so on.Rate this question:
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- 22.
I have a _____________ friends from Australia.
- A.
Few
- B.
Little
Correct Answer
A. FewExplanation
The correct answer is "few". "Few" is used to indicate a small number or quantity of something. In this sentence, it implies that the speaker has a small number of friends from Australia. "Little" is used to describe a small amount of something uncountable, such as "little water" or "little time". Since "friends" is countable, "few" is the appropriate choice here.Rate this question:
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- 23.
She has very ___________ patience.
- A.
Few
- B.
Little
Correct Answer
B. LittleExplanation
The word "little" is the correct answer because it is used to describe a small amount of something. In this context, "little patience" means that she does not have much patience. The word "few" is not appropriate in this sentence because it is used to describe a small number of countable objects, not a non-countable quality like patience.Rate this question:
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- 24.
There is only a __________ coffee left, I'll make a fresh pot.
- A.
Few
- B.
Little
Correct Answer
B. LittleExplanation
The word "little" is the correct answer because it is used to describe an amount or quantity that is small or not enough. In this sentence, the speaker is indicating that there is only a small amount of coffee left, which prompts them to make a fresh pot. The word "few" would be incorrect in this context as it is used to describe a small number of countable objects, whereas "little" is used for uncountable nouns like coffee.Rate this question:
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- 25.
I saw a __________ films on the weekend.
- A.
Few
- B.
Little
Correct Answer
A. FewExplanation
The correct answer is "few" because "few" is used with countable nouns to indicate a small number. In this sentence, "films" is a countable noun, so "few" is the appropriate choice to convey that the speaker watched a small number of films on the weekend.Rate this question:
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- 26.
I would like a __________ more milk in my coffee, please.
- A.
Few
- B.
Little
Correct Answer
B. LittleExplanation
The word "little" is the correct answer because it is used to describe an amount that is small or not much. In this context, the person is requesting a small amount of milk in their coffee. The word "few" is not appropriate in this sentence as it is used to describe a small number of countable objects, whereas milk is typically measured in quantity rather than individual units.Rate this question:
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- 27.
Only a _________ tickets were sold for the show.
- A.
Few
- B.
Little
Correct Answer
A. FewExplanation
The word "few" is the correct answer because it is used to describe a small number of things or a small amount of something. In this context, it implies that a small number of tickets were sold for the show, indicating that there was a low turnout or limited availability.Rate this question:
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- 28.
The meal needs a _____________more salt.
- A.
Few
- B.
Little
Correct Answer
B. LittleExplanation
The correct answer is "little" because it suggests that the meal requires a small amount of additional salt. The word "little" is used to describe an amount that is not much or not enough, which implies that the meal is lacking in salt and needs just a small quantity to enhance its flavor.Rate this question:
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- 29.
Complete the list fill in the columns if the NOUN is COUNTABLE, UNCOUNTABLE, or BOTH. Strawberry
- A.
Countable
- B.
Uncountable
- C.
Both
Correct Answer
A. CountableExplanation
The word "strawberry" refers to a specific type of fruit, and it can be counted as individual units. For example, you can say "I ate three strawberries." Therefore, "strawberry" is countable.Rate this question:
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- 30.
Complete the list fill in the columns if the NOUN is COUNTABLE, UNCOUNTABLE or BOTH. Fruit
- A.
Countable
- B.
Uncountable
- C.
Both
Correct Answer
B. UncountableExplanation
The correct answer is "Uncountable" because "fruit" is generally used as an uncountable noun. It refers to a category or a collective term for various types of fruits, and it is not typically used in a plural form. For example, we say "I bought some fruit" rather than "I bought some fruits." However, in certain contexts, "fruit" can also be used as a countable noun when referring to individual pieces or types of fruit. For example, "I ate three fruits today" or "Apples and oranges are different fruits." Therefore, the answer "Uncountable" is appropriate as it represents the most common usage of the noun "fruit."Rate this question:
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- 31.
Complete the list fill in the columns if the NOUN is COUNTABLE, UNCOUNTABLE, or BOTH. Vegetables
- A.
Countable
- B.
Uncountable
- C.
Both
Correct Answer
A. CountableExplanation
The correct answer is "Countable" because vegetables can be counted individually. Each vegetable can be counted as a separate item, such as one carrot, two potatoes, etc.Rate this question:
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- 32.
Complete the list fill in the columns if the NOUN is COUNTABLE, UNCOUNTABLE, or BOTH. Tooth
- A.
Countable
- B.
Uncountable
- C.
Both
Correct Answer
A. CountableExplanation
The word "tooth" is a countable noun because it can be counted and pluralized as "teeth." Each individual tooth can be counted, making it countable.Rate this question:
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- 33.
Complete the list fill in the columns if the NOUN is COUNTABLE, UNCOUNTABLE, or BOTH. Beer
- A.
Countable
- B.
Uncountable
- C.
Both
Correct Answer
B. UncountableExplanation
Beer is classified as uncountable because it is typically measured as a liquid and does not have a specific unit of measurement. It is not typically referred to in individual units, but rather as a collective substance. Therefore, it is considered uncountable.Rate this question:
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Complete the list fill in the columns if the NOUN is COUNTABLE, UNCOUNTABLE, or BOTH. Fish
- A.
Countable
- B.
Uncountable
- C.
Both
Correct Answer
C. BothExplanation
The word "fish" can be both countable and uncountable. When referring to individual fish or different species of fish, it is countable (e.g., "I caught three fish" or "There are many fish in the ocean"). However, when referring to fish as a general food or substance, it is uncountable (e.g., "I like to eat fish" or "Fish is a good source of protein"). Therefore, "fish" can be classified as both countable and uncountable.Rate this question:
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Complete the list fill in the columns if the NOUN is COUNTABLE, UNCOUNTABLE or BOTH. Food
- A.
Countable
- B.
Uncountable
- C.
Both
Correct Answer
B. UncountableExplanation
The word "food" is considered uncountable because it refers to a general category or concept rather than specific, individual items. It cannot be easily quantified or counted. However, it can also be used in a countable sense when referring to specific types or instances of food, such as "three different foods" or "five foods on the menu." Therefore, "food" can be classified as both uncountable and countable.Rate this question:
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Complete the list fill in the columns if the NOUN is COUNTABLE, UNCOUNTABLE or BOTH.Bread
- A.
Countable
- B.
Uncountable
- C.
Both
Correct Answer
B. UncountableExplanation
The word "bread" is classified as uncountable because it refers to a substance or a mass rather than individual units. It cannot be easily quantified or counted in discrete numbers.Rate this question:
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- 37.
I love fried beans with ____ eggs!
- A.
Fast
- B.
Top
- C.
Thick
- D.
Scrambled
Correct Answer
D. ScrambledExplanation
The phrase "I love fried beans with scrambled eggs!" suggests that the speaker enjoys eating fried beans alongside scrambled eggs. The other options, such as "fast," "top," and "thick," do not make sense in this context and do not convey a compatible food combination. Therefore, "scrambled" is the most appropriate answer.Rate this question:
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- 38.
A / an / some / anyDo you have ______ bananas?
Correct Answer
anyExplanation
The word "any" is the correct answer because it is used in questions to ask if something exists or is available. In this case, the question is asking if the person has any bananas, indicating that they are asking if there are bananas available.Rate this question:
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A / an / some / anyI'd like ____ apple, please.
Correct Answer
anExplanation
The word "an" is the correct answer because it is used before words that begin with a vowel sound. In this case, "apple" starts with the vowel sound "a", so "an" is used to indicate that we are referring to a singular apple.Rate this question:
- 40.
A / an / some / anyDo you have ____ pen I can borrow?
Correct Answer
aExplanation
The correct answer is "a" because in this sentence, we are asking if the person has one pen that we can borrow. "A" is used before a singular countable noun when we are referring to any one of that noun.Rate this question:
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A / an / some / anyI need _____ time to finish this work.
Correct Answer
someExplanation
The word "some" is used in this sentence to indicate an indefinite amount of time. It suggests that the speaker needs a certain amount of time, but it doesn't specify exactly how much. The use of "some" in this context implies that the speaker requires at least a small amount of time to complete the work.Rate this question:
- 42.
A / an / some / anyI think we need ______ pasta for this recipe.
Correct Answer
someExplanation
In this question, the speaker is referring to a specific recipe and is unsure about the quantity of pasta needed. The word "some" is used to suggest an unspecified quantity of pasta. It indicates that the speaker believes that a certain amount of pasta is required for the recipe, but they are not sure about the exact measurement.Rate this question:
- 43.
A / an / some / anyHe didn't have _____ books in class today.
Correct Answer
anyExplanation
The correct answer is "any" because it indicates the absence of books. The sentence implies that the person did not have a single book in class today. "Any" is used in negative sentences or questions to refer to an indefinite quantity or number.Rate this question:
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A / an / some / anyDo we have _____ butter left?
Correct Answer
anyExplanation
The word "any" is used in this question to indicate that the speaker is asking if there is even a small amount of butter left. It implies that the speaker is open to any amount of butter, whether it is a lot or just a little. The other options, "a," "an," and "some," would suggest that the speaker is specifically looking for a certain quantity of butter, which is not the case in this question.Rate this question:
- 45.
A / an / some / anyI don't have ______ coffee. Is tea OK?
Correct Answer
anyExplanation
The word "any" is used in this sentence to indicate that the person does not have a specific amount or type of coffee. It suggests that they are open to having any amount or type of coffee, or even tea as an alternative.Rate this question:
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Money
- A.
Countable
- B.
Uncountable
Correct Answer
B. UncountableExplanation
The word "money" is considered uncountable because it refers to a general concept or a form of currency that cannot be easily quantified or counted. It is a collective noun that represents a sum or amount of currency, rather than individual units. Therefore, it is not used with plural forms or specific quantities.Rate this question:
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- 47.
I tried to do it a _________ times before.
- A.
Few
- B.
Little
Correct Answer
A. FewExplanation
The word "few" is the correct answer because it indicates a small number of attempts. The phrase "a few times" suggests that the person made only a small number of attempts to do something. On the other hand, the word "little" would not make sense in this context as it refers to a small amount or quantity, rather than a number of attempts.Rate this question:
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- 48.
I don't have ___________ free time, so it might be hard to take on a new hobby.
- A.
Too many
- B.
Too much
Correct Answer
B. Too muchExplanation
The correct answer is "too much". This is because the sentence is referring to the amount of free time the person has, and "too much" indicates that they already have a large amount of free time, making it difficult to take on a new hobby.Rate this question:
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- 49.
I traveled abroad ____________ weeks ago.
- A.
A few
- B.
A little
Correct Answer
A. A fewExplanation
The correct answer is "a few" because the phrase "a few" is used to indicate a small number of something. In this context, it suggests that the person traveled abroad a small number of weeks ago, implying that it hasn't been too long since they traveled.Rate this question:
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