Identify The Compound Nouns Quiz! Trivia
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Can you identify compound nouns and think you can pass this quiz? Compound nouns are composed of two or more parts or elements. They are usually made up of two nouns or an adjective and a noun. However, other combinations are possible. Compound nouns are traditional words for people, animals, places, things, or ideas. See how much you know about compound nouns and try this quiz.
Questions and Answers
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The highway runs through the desert to the pueblo.
- A.
Common
- B.
Abstract
- C.
Concrete
Correct Answer(s)
A. Common
C. ConcreteExplanation
The given sentence describes a specific highway running through a specific location, which is the desert to the pueblo. This indicates that the subject, "highway," is something tangible and specific, making it a concrete noun. Additionally, the fact that the highway running through the desert to the pueblo is a common occurrence suggests that the noun is also common. Therefore, the correct answer is common, concrete.Rate this question:
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- 2.
We saw dolphins at the Shedd Aquarium today.
- A.
Proper
- B.
Collective
- C.
Abstract
Correct Answer
A. ProperExplanation
The word "proper" is the correct answer because it refers to a specific noun, in this case, "Shedd Aquarium." The sentence is talking about a specific place where dolphins were seen, indicating that "proper" is the appropriate classification for the word "Shedd Aquarium."Rate this question:
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- 3.
The search team fanned out across the field.
- A.
Proper
- B.
Abstract
- C.
Collective
Correct Answer
C. CollectiveExplanation
The word "fanned out" suggests that the search team spread out in different directions across the field. This indicates a collective action, where each member of the team contributed to the search effort. Therefore, the correct answer is "collective."Rate this question:
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- 4.
For the costume party, Christy dressed up as an Egyptian queen.
- A.
Common
- B.
Proper
- C.
Collective
Correct Answer
A. CommonExplanation
The word "common" is the correct answer because it accurately describes the type of noun "Egyptian queen" is. In this context, "Egyptian queen" is a general term that refers to any queen from Egypt, rather than a specific or unique queen. Therefore, it is a common noun.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Some people enjoy the challenge of climbing high mountains.
- A.
Common
- B.
Concrete
- C.
Abstract
Correct Answer(s)
A. Common
C. AbstractExplanation
Look for errors in the sentences, when you find one, mark the letter of the error.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Look for errors in the sentences. When you find an error, mark the letter of the line containing the error. if there is no error, fill in the last answer space.
- A.
These writers
- B.
Are known for their
- C.
Interesting essayes.
- D.
(no error)
Correct Answer
C. Interesting essayes.Explanation
The word "essayes" is incorrect. The correct spelling should be "essays."Rate this question:
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- 7.
Choose the possessive form of the noun in parenthesis in each sentence (4 points) Two (students) faces were hidden in the photographs
- A.
Students'
- B.
Student's
Correct Answer
A. Students'Explanation
The correct answer is "students'". This is the possessive form of the noun "students" indicating that the faces belong to multiple students.Rate this question:
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- 8.
The swimmers hoped to break (Tess) record.
- A.
Tess'
- B.
Tess's
Correct Answer
B. Tess'sExplanation
The correct answer is "Tess's." This is because when indicating possession for a singular noun ending in "s," the apostrophe is placed after the "s" without adding an additional "s." Therefore, the correct possessive form of "Tess" is "Tess's."Rate this question:
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- 9.
Choose the answer that correctly identifies the compound noun in each sentence. (4 points each)The coach's stopwatch was not working properly during the training session
- A.
Coach's
- B.
Stopwatch
- C.
Session
Correct Answer
B. StopwatchExplanation
The compound noun in this sentence is "stopwatch." A compound noun is formed when two or more words are combined to create a single noun that represents a single idea or thing. In this sentence, "stopwatch" is a combination of the words "stop" and "watch," which together represent a device used to measure time. The other words in the sentence, "coach's" and "session," are not compound nouns as they do not consist of two or more words combined to create a single noun.Rate this question:
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- 10.
We stood in line for 45 minutes just to ride that roller coater.
- A.
Line
- B.
45 minutes
- C.
Roller coaster
Correct Answer
C. Roller coasterExplanation
The given sentence states that the speaker and others waited in line for 45 minutes in order to ride a roller coaster. The answer "roller coaster" is correct because it directly corresponds to the activity mentioned in the sentence. The other options, "line" and "45 minutes," are not the main focus of the sentence but rather provide additional information about the waiting time.Rate this question:
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- 11.
The bride-to-be tried on dozens of dresses.
- A.
Bride-to-be
- B.
Dozens
- C.
Dresses
Correct Answer
A. Bride-to-beExplanation
The term "bride-to-be" refers to a woman who is engaged and about to get married. In the given sentence, the bride-to-be is trying on numerous dresses, indicating that she is actively preparing for her wedding. The word "dozens" implies that she has tried on a large number of dresses, suggesting that she is putting in a significant amount of effort and time into finding the perfect dress for her special day. The word "dresses" refers to the garments specifically designed for brides, further emphasizing the context of wedding preparations.Rate this question:
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- 12.
The team worked hard during the warmup before the game.
- A.
Team
- B.
Game
- C.
Warmup
Correct Answer
C. WarmupExplanation
The answer "warmup" is correct because it is the activity that the team engaged in before the game. Working hard during the warmup is important as it helps the team prepare physically and mentally for the upcoming game. Warmup exercises typically involve stretching, running, and practicing specific skills to warm up the muscles and improve performance during the game.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Identify each boldfaced noun as a subject or a complement. (4 points each)One page in the telephone book had been torn out.
- A.
Subject
- B.
Complement
Correct Answer
A. SubjectExplanation
In the given sentence, "One page in the telephone book" is the subject. It is the noun phrase that performs the action of having been torn out. The subject is the main focus of the sentence and is usually the one performing the action.Rate this question:
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- 14.
The mechanic gave the unhappy car owner a repair estimate.
- A.
Subject
- B.
Complement
Correct Answer
B. ComplementExplanation
The given sentence is "The mechanic gave the unhappy car owner a repair estimate." In this sentence, "The mechanic" is the subject, "gave" is the verb, and "the unhappy car owner" is the direct object. The direct object receives the action of the verb. However, "a repair estimate" is not the direct object but rather the complement of the verb "gave." The complement provides additional information about the direct object and completes the meaning of the verb. Therefore, "complement" is the correct answer choice.Rate this question:
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- 15.
After the storm ended, the sun came out again.
- A.
Subject
- B.
Complement
Correct Answer
A. SubjectExplanation
The given sentence is a simple sentence with a subject and a verb. The subject of the sentence is "the sun," which is the noun that the sentence is about. The verb is "came out," which describes the action that the subject is performing. Therefore, the correct answer is subject.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Do those books contain detailed drawings of dinosaurs?
- A.
Subject
- B.
Complement
Correct Answer
B. ComplementExplanation
The given question is asking about the content of the books, specifically if they contain detailed drawings of dinosaurs. The subject of the sentence is "those books" and the complement is the part of the sentence that provides information about the subject, in this case, "contain detailed drawings of dinosaurs." Therefore, the correct answer is "complement."Rate this question:
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- 17.
Identify each boldfaced noun as an object of a preposition or an appositive. (4 points each)The Taj Mahal is a beautiful building in India.
- A.
Object of the preposition
- B.
Appositive
Correct Answer
A. Object of the prepositionExplanation
The noun "India" is the object of the preposition "in" because it shows the location of the beautiful building, the Taj Mahal.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Edgar Allen Poe, an American short story writer was known for his poetry too
- A.
Object of the preposition
- B.
Appositive
Correct Answer
B. AppositiveExplanation
The given sentence states that Edgar Allen Poe, an American short story writer, was known for his poetry as well. In this context, the word "appositive" refers to the grammatical structure where the phrase "an American short story writer" provides additional information about Edgar Allen Poe. It serves to further describe or identify him. Therefore, the term "appositive" accurately describes the relationship between the main noun and the additional phrase in this sentence.Rate this question:
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