Plural Nouns List Quiz

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It really takes a lot of time to understand or even comprehend the English Language. Even some college students cannot write with correct grammar or syntax. This is why one should basically start knowing whether a noun is singular or in plural form so that it will help him with his skills in speaking, reading and writing.

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1.

Which of the following is the plural form of alumnus?
- A.
  
  Alumna
- B.
  
  Alumnae
- C.
  
  Alumnis
- D.
  
  Alumni
Correct Answer
D. Alumni

Explanation
The plural form of "alumnus" is "alumni." "Alumni" is the correct plural form because it refers to a group of male or mixed-gender graduates. "Alumna" is the singular form for a female graduate, while "alumnae" is the plural form for a group of female graduates. "Alumnis" is an incorrect plural form.

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Which of the following is the plural form of genus?
- A.
  
  Genera
- B.
  
  Generas
- C.
  
  Geniuses
- D.
  
  Genuses
Correct Answer
A. Genera

Explanation
The plural form of "genus" is "genera." In biology, "genus" is a taxonomic rank used to classify organisms. When referring to multiple species within the same genus, the plural form is "genera." Therefore, "genera" is the correct answer.

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Which of the following is the plural form of fungus?
- A.
  
  Funguss
- B.
  
  Fungusses
- C.
  
  Fungi
- D.
  
  Fungises
Correct Answer
C. Fungi

Explanation
The plural form of "fungus" is "fungi." This is because "fungi" is the correct pluralization according to the rules of English grammar. The word "fungusses" is not a valid plural form, and "funguss" and "fungises" are not proper English words. Therefore, "fungi" is the only correct option for the plural form of "fungus."

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Which of the following is the plural form of datum?
- A.
  
  Datas
- B.
  
  Data
- C.
  
  Datums
- D.
  
  Datumses
Correct Answer
B. Data

Explanation
The correct answer is "data" because "datum" is a singular noun derived from Latin, and its plural form is "data" in English. The word "datas" is not a valid plural form, "datums" is the plural of "datum" in Latin but not commonly used in English, and "datumses" is not a recognized word. Therefore, "data" is the correct plural form of "datum".

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5.

Which of the following is the plural form of cactus?
- A.
  
  Cacti
- B.
  
  Cactuses
- C.
  
  Cactis
- D.
  
  Cactusess
Correct Answer
A. Cacti

Explanation
The correct answer is "cacti" because "cactus" is a noun of Latin origin that follows the pattern of forming its plural by changing the "-us" ending to "-i". This is a common rule for many Latin words that have been adopted into English. Therefore, "cacti" is the correct plural form of "cactus".

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Which of the following is the plural form of bacterium?
- A.
  
  Bacteriums
- B.
  
  Bacteria
- C.
  
  Bacterias
- D.
  
  Bacteriases
Correct Answer
B. Bacteria

Explanation
The plural form of "bacterium" is "bacteria." In English, when a noun ends in "-um," the plural form is typically created by changing the "-um" to "-a." Therefore, "bacteria" is the correct plural form for "bacterium."

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Which of the following is the plural form of addendum?
- A.
  
  Addendums
- B.
  
  Addenda
- C.
  
  Addendas
- D.
  
  Addends
Correct Answer
B. Addenda

Explanation
The plural form of "addendum" is "addenda." This is because "addendum" is a Latin word that follows the Latin pluralization rule, where the "-um" ending is replaced with "-a" to form the plural. Therefore, "addenda" is the correct plural form of "addendum."

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Which of the following is the plural form of alumna?
- A.
  
  Alumnas
- B.
  
  Alumnae
- C.
  
  Alumnis
- D.
  
  Alumni
Correct Answer
B. Alumnae

Explanation
The correct plural form of "alumna" is "alumnae." This is because "alumna" is a Latin word that refers to a female graduate or former student. In Latin, the plural form of "alumna" is "alumnae." Therefore, when referring to multiple female graduates or former female students, we use the term "alumnae."

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Plural Nouns List Quiz

Which of the following is the plural form of alumnus?

Which of the following is the plural form of genus?

Which of the following is the plural form of fungus?

Which of the following is the plural form of datum?

Which of the following is the plural form of cactus?

Which of the following is the plural form of bacterium?

Which of the following is the plural form of addendum?

Which of the following is the plural form of alumna?